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Release – The Beachbody Company, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2026 Earnings Release Date, Conference Call, and Webcast

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May 5, 2026

EL SEGUNDO, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– The Beachbody Company, Inc. (NASDAQ: BODI) (“BODi” or the “Company”), a leading fitness and nutrition company, will release its first quarter 2026 results on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, after the U.S. stock market closes. The Company will host a conference call at 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Time) that day to discuss the results.

The toll-free dial-in for the conference call is (833) 461-5787 (U.S. & Canada), or click here for Global Dial-In Numbers. The conference ID is 684011158. A live webcast of the conference call will also be available on the Company’s investor relations website at https://investors.thebeachbodycompany.com/. After the conference call, a webcast replay will remain available on the investor relations section of the Company’s website for one year.

About BODi and The Beachbody Company, Inc.

BODi, formerly known as Beachbody, has been a pioneer in structured, step-by-step home fitness and nutrition programs for nearly three decades, with iconic products such as P90X, INSANITY, 21 Day Fix and the original premium superfood nutrition supplement, Shakeology. Since its inception, BODi has helped more than 30 million people reach life-changing results. Today, BODi continues to evolve with a simple mission: help people achieve their goals and lead healthier, more fulfilling lives, especially busy, time-strapped people who want to fit healthy habits into everyday life with proven solutions. The BODi community empowers millions to stay motivated and accountable, supporting healthy weight management, improved metabolic function, increased mental and physical well-being, better sleep, as well as evidence-based habits that enhance healthspan and longevity.

To subscribe and shop, visit BODi.com. For company and investor information, please visit TheBeachbodyCompany.com.

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Michael Burry Bails on GameStop — and His Exit Says Everything About the eBay Deal

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When the investor who called the 2008 housing crash walks away from a position, the market pays attention. Michael Burry, the Scion Asset Management founder made famous by The Big Short, confirmed Monday that he exited his entire GameStop (NYSE: GME) stake — and the reason behind the move cuts straight to the heart of one of the most audacious M&A proposals in recent memory.

The trigger: GameStop’s unsolicited, nonbinding offer to acquire eBay (NASDAQ: EBAY) for approximately $55.5 billion in cash and stock — a deal that would be roughly four times the size of GameStop itself.

The Deal That Broke the Thesis

GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen announced Sunday that the company has offered $125 per share for eBay, structured as a 50/50 split between cash and GameStop common stock. The bid carries a roughly 20% premium to eBay’s last closing price and a 46% premium relative to where the stock traded in early February — around the time GameStop began quietly accumulating a 5% stake in the e-commerce platform.

To fund the cash portion, GameStop has secured a nonbinding highly confident letter from TD Bank for approximately $20 billion in debt financing. The company also holds roughly $9.4 billion in cash. However, a significant funding gap remains, with estimates suggesting the deal falls roughly $16 billion short of the implied transaction value — a gap Cohen suggested could be bridged through additional stock issuance.

Cohen’s vision centers on leveraging GameStop’s roughly 1,600 U.S. retail locations as fulfillment and drop-off points for eBay transactions, along with a targeted $2 billion in annualized cost reductions within 12 months of closing. He sees eBay as a severely undermanaged asset with the potential to significantly grow its earnings under tighter operational discipline.

Why Burry Left

Burry’s exit wasn’t impulsive — it was disciplined. His investment thesis for GameStop was built around the idea that the company could evolve into a Berkshire Hathaway-style holding vehicle: lean, cash-rich, and deploying capital conservatively. The eBay deal, as structured, blows that framework up entirely.

The pro forma leverage from the transaction would push the combined company’s Debt/EBITDA ratio well above 5x — a level that Burry had identified as a hard ceiling for his investment case. Interest coverage ratios under 4.0x further complicated the math. Burry noted on his Substack that this was his first sale since launching the newsletter, underscoring how seriously he viewed the deal as a departure from GameStop’s core value proposition.

GME shares fell more than 2% in after-hours trading following Burry’s announcement and have declined over 10% from recent highs.

Burry’s departure doesn’t necessarily doom the deal or GameStop’s stock — but it does crystallize a growing tension between Cohen’s aggressive growth ambitions and the disciplined capital allocation thesis that attracted institutional-minded investors to GME in the first place.

eBay has acknowledged receiving the proposal and confirmed its board will review the offer. Markets remain skeptical — eBay shares are trading well below the $125 offer price, a clear signal that investors are pricing in a low probability of the deal closing as proposed.

For small and microcap investors watching from the sidelines, the GameStop-eBay saga is a masterclass in how quickly an investment thesis can be rewritten — and why leverage assumptions matter as much as the deal itself.

Superior Group of Companies (SGC) – Execution Driving Earnings Upside

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Tuesday, May 05, 2026

Michael Kupinski, Director of Research, Equity Research Analyst, Digital, Media & Technology , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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Solid start to the year. First quarter revenue of $141 million increased 3% year over year, reflecting steady demand across the company’s diversified business lines. Results were in line with expectations for a seasonally softer first quarter and positioned the company well for its typical back-end weighted growth profile. 

Branded Products’ momentum continues. Segment revenue increased 5% year over year for the second consecutive quarter, supported by volume gains within existing accounts. Management indicated that RFP activity is at its highest level in recent memory, suggesting a strong pipeline that should support continued growth throughout 2026. In addition, Contact Centers are stabilizing with improving trends. 


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Release – The ONE Group Hospitality, Inc. to Host First Quarter 2026 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast at 4:30 PM ET on May 6, 2026

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DENVER–(BUSINESS WIRE)– The ONE Group Hospitality, Inc. (“The ONE Group” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: STKS) today announced that Emanuel “Manny” Hilario, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Nicole Thaung, Chief Financial Officer, will host a conference call and webcast to discuss first quarter 2026 financial results on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 4:30 PM ET. A press release containing the first quarter 2026 financial results will be issued after market close that same afternoon.

The conference call can be accessed live over the phone by dialing 201-389-0908. A replay will be available after the call and can be accessed by dialing 412-317-6671; the passcode is 13759769. The replay will be available until Wednesday, May 20, 2026.

The webcast can be accessed from the Investor Relations tab of The ONE Group’s website at http://www.togrp.com/ under “News / Events”.

About The ONE Group

The ONE Group Hospitality, Inc. (Nasdaq: STKS) is an international restaurant company that develops and operates upscale and polished casual, high-energy restaurants and lounges and provides hospitality management services for hotels, casinos and other high-end venues both in the U.S. and internationally. The ONE Group is recognized as one of “America’s Greatest Companies” (NEWSWEEK, 2025) and Benihana honored as Forbes Best Brands for Value. The ONE Group’s focus is to be the global leader in Vibe Dining, and its primary restaurant brands and operations are:

  • STK, a modern twist on the American steakhouse concept with restaurants in major metropolitan cities in the U.S., Europe and the Middle East, featuring premium steaks, seafood and specialty cocktails in an energetic upscale atmosphere.
  • Benihana, an interactive dining destination with highly skilled chefs preparing food right in front of guests and served in an energetic atmosphere alongside fresh sushi and innovative cocktails. The Company franchises Benihanas in the U.S., Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
  • Samurai, an interactive dining experience located in sunny Miami, FL, provides a distinctive dining experience where skilled personal chefs masterfully perform the ancient art of teppanyaki right before your eyes.
  • Kona Grill, a polished casual, bar-centric grill concept with restaurants in the U.S., featuring American favorites, award-winning sushi, and specialty cocktails in an upscale casual atmosphere.
  • Salt Water Social is your gateway to the seven seas, featuring an array of signature and unique fresh seafood items, complemented by the highest quality beef dishes and elegant, delicious cocktails.
  • Benihana Express, a small footprint casual concept showcasing the best of Benihana but without teppanyaki tables or bar.
  • RA Sushi, a Japanese cuisine concept that offers a fun-filled, bar-forward, upbeat, and vibrant dining atmosphere with restaurants in the U.S. anchored by creative sushi, inventive drinks, and outstanding service.
  • ONE Hospitality, The ONE Group’s food and beverage hospitality services business develops, manages and operates premier restaurants and turnkey food and beverage services within high-end hotels and casinos currently operating venues in the U.S. and Europe.

Additional information about The ONE Group can be found at www.togrp.com.

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Michelle Michalski or Raphael Gross
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Judy Lee
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Release – ACCO Brands Reports First Quarter Results

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Apr 30, 2026 4:05 PM Eastern Daylight Time

  • Reported net sales increased 8% to $344 million; above the Company’s outlook
  • Diluted earnings per share of $0.20, reflecting gain on acquisition
  • Adjusted diluted earnings per share of $0.02, above the Company’s outlook
  • Provides 2Q outlook, reaffirms full-year 2026 outlook
  • Integration of the EPOS acquisition progressing well, with projected full-year sales in line with expectations and synergies on track

LAKE ZURICH, Ill.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–ACCO Brands Corporation (NYSE: ACCO) today reported financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2026.

“We delivered a solid start to the year, with both sales and adjusted EPS coming in above our first quarter outlook. Results reflected better-than-anticipated comparable sales and EPOS outperforming expectations. The integration of EPOS is progressing well and we see meaningful opportunities to expand the brand across our global portfolio,” stated ACCO Brands’ President and Chief Executive Officer, Tom Tedford.

“While the operating environment remains dynamic, we remain confident in our ability to deliver future value creation for our shareholders. We continue to focus on pivoting our portfolio to faster growing technology peripherals, supporting our category leading brands, executing and integrating acquisitions like EPOS, while maintaining strong cost discipline. With $75 million to $85 million in expected free cash flow and resulting leverage of 3.7x to 3.9x, and a clear path to our $100 million cost savings target, we are positioned to deliver improved profitability and cash flows in 2026,” added Mr. Tedford.

First Quarter Results

Net sales were $343.7 million for the first quarter, up 8.3 percent from $317.4 million in 2025. The net sales increase reflects the benefit of positive foreign exchange, the EPOS acquisition, growth in Latin America and in computer accessories in the Americas segment.

Operating loss was $10.4 million for the quarter versus an operating loss of $6.7 million in 2025. Restructuring expense primarily related to EPOS and a litigation settlement totaled $10.7 million, compared to $2.3 million in the prior year. Adjusted operating income was $11.7 million, compared to $6.9 million in 2025. The increase in adjusted operating income reflects cost savings, partially offset by lower organic volumes.

For the first quarter, net income was $19.4 million, or $0.20 per share, compared to a net loss of $13.2 million, or $(0.14) per share, in 2025. Net income was positively impacted by $37.6 million, due to a bargain purchase gain related to our preliminary purchase price allocation from the acquisition of EPOS. Adjusted net income was $1.8 million, compared to adjusted net loss of $2.0 million in 2025, and adjusted earnings per share were $0.02 per share, compared to an adjusted loss per share of $(0.02) in 2025.

Cash Flow, Debt and Dividend

For the quarter, operating cash flow was $3.5 million versus $5.5 million in the prior year. Free cash flow was $1.4 million versus $3.3 million in the prior year. The Company’s consolidated leverage ratio as of March 31, 2026 was 4.1x.

In the quarter, the Company paid dividends of $6.9 million.

On April 24, 2026, ACCO Brands announced that its board of directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.075 per share. The dividend will be paid on June 17, 2026 to stockholders of record at the close of business on May 22, 2026.

Business Segment Results

ACCO Brands Americas – First quarter segment net sales of $178.5 million increased 2.6 percent from $173.9 million in the prior year. Net sales in the quarter were positively impacted by favorable foreign exchange, the EPOS acquisition, growth in Latin America and computer accessories. Comparable sales were $169.9 million, down 2.3 percent versus prior year. Comparable sales declines reflect reduced demand for office product categories.

First quarter operating income was $3.4 million, compared to $0.9 million a year earlier. Restructuring expense primarily related to EPOS and the multi-year cost reduction program was $2.2 million, compared to $1.8 million in the prior year. Adjusted operating income was $12.8 million, up from $10.0 million in the prior year. The increase in adjusted operating income reflects cost savings, which more than offset unfavorable product mix, as well as lower volume in certain categories.

ACCO Brands International – First quarter segment net sales of $165.2 million increased 15.1 percent from $143.5 million in the prior year, with the increase due to favorable foreign exchange, which increased sales by 9.8 percent and the EPOS acquisition. Comparable sales were $139.5 million, down 2.8 percent versus the prior year. Comparable sales declines reflect reduced demand for office product categories.

First quarter operating income was $2.4 million, compared to $5.1 million in the prior year. Restructuring expense related to EPOS and the multi-year cost reduction program of $4.5 million, compared to $0.5 million in the prior year. Adjusted operating income was $11.1 million, compared with $9.6 million in the prior year. The increase in adjusted operating income primarily reflects cost savings.

Outlook

“The first quarter performance gives us confidence in our full-year outlook. The combination of EPOS, stabilizing demand in several categories and favorable foreign exchange position us for revenue growth in 2026. Our multi-year cost reduction program is on track to deliver $100 million in savings by year-end, and we are positioned to deliver improved profitability, while investing in higher-growth technology peripherals,” concluded Mr. Tedford.

For the full year, the Company continues to expect reported sales to be in the range of flat to up 3.0%. This range anticipates the potential softening in customer demand reflecting the recent macroeconomic uncertainties. Full year adjusted EPS is expected to be within the range of $0.84 to $0.89. The Company expects 2026 free cash flow to be within the range of $75 million to $85 million, with a consolidated leverage ratio within a range of 3.7x to 3.9x.

In the second quarter, the Company expects reported sales to be in the range of up 1.0% to 4.0%, with a reduced foreign exchange impact. Adjusted EPS is projected to be within a range of $0.24 to $0.28.

Webcast

At 8:30 a.m. ET on May 1, 2026, ACCO Brands Corporation will host a conference call to discuss the Company’s first quarter 2026 results. The call will be broadcast live via webcast. The webcast can be accessed through the Investor Relations section of www.accobrands.com. The webcast will be in listen-only mode and will be available for replay following the event.

About ACCO Brands Corporation

ACCO Brands is the leader in branded consumer products that enable productivity, confidence and enjoyment while working, when learning and while playing. Our widely recognized brands, include AT-A-GLANCE®, Five Star®, Kensington®, Leitz®, Mead®, PowerA®, Swingline®, Tilibra® and many others. More information about ACCO Brands Corporation (NYSE: ACCO) can be found at www.accobrands.com.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

In addition to financial results reported in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), we have provided certain non-GAAP financial information in this earnings release to aid investors in understanding the Company’s performance. Each non-GAAP financial measure is defined and reconciled to its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure in the “About Non-GAAP Financial Measures” section of this earnings release.

Forward-Looking Statements

Statements contained herein, other than statements of historical fact, particularly those anticipating future financial performance, business prospects, growth, strategies, business operations and similar matters, results of operations, liquidity and financial condition, and those relating to cost reductions and anticipated pre-tax savings and restructuring costs are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on the beliefs and assumptions of management based on information available to us at the time such statements are made. These statements, which are generally identifiable by the use of the words “will,” “believe,” “expect,” “intend,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “forecast,” “future”, “project,” “plan,” and similar expressions, are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, are made as of the date hereof, and we undertake no duty or obligation to update them. Forward-looking statements are subject to the occurrence of events outside the Company’s control and actual results and the timing of events may differ materially from those suggested or implied by such forward-looking statements due to numerous factors that involve substantial known and unknown risks and uncertainties. Investors and others are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements when deciding whether to buy, sell or hold the Company’s securities.

Our outlook is based on certain assumptions which we believe to be reasonable under the circumstances. These include, without limitation, assumptions regarding consumer demand, tariffs, global geopolitical and economic uncertainties, and fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates; and the other factors described below.

Among the factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially from our forward-looking statements are: changes in trade policy and regulations, including changes in trade agreements and the imposition of tariffs, and the resulting consequences; global political and economic uncertainties; a limited number of large customers account for a significant percentage of our sales; sales of our products are affected by general economic and business conditions globally and in the countries in which we operate; risks associated with foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations; challenges related to the highly competitive business environment in which we operate; our ability to develop and market innovative products that meet consumer demands and to expand into new and adjacent product categories; our ability to successfully expand our business in emerging markets and the exposure to greater financial, operational, regulatory, compliance and other risks in such markets; the continued decline in the use of certain of our products; risks associated with seasonality, the sufficiency of investment returns on pension assets, risks related to actuarial assumptions, changes in government regulations and changes in the unfunded liabilities of a multi-employer pension plan; any impairment of our intangible assets; our ability to secure, protect and maintain our intellectual property rights, and our ability to license rights and receive certifications from equipment and software businesses to support our technology accessories business; the introduction by third parties of new and successful gaming consoles; our ability to grow profitably through acquisitions, and successfully integrate them; our ability to successfully execute our multi-year restructuring and cost savings program and realize the anticipated benefits; continued disruptions in the global supply chain; risks associated with inflation and other changes in the cost or availability of raw materials, transportation, labor, and other necessary supplies and services and the cost of finished goods; risks associated with outsourcing production of certain of our products, information technology systems and other administrative functions; the failure, inadequacy or interruption of our information technology systems or their supporting infrastructure; risks associated with a cybersecurity incident or information security breach, including that related to a disclosure of personally identifiable information; risks associated with the use by us and other suppliers of artificial intelligence, risks associated with our indebtedness, including limitations imposed by restrictive covenants, our debt service obligations, and our ability to comply with financial ratios and tests; a change in or discontinuance of our stock repurchase program or the payment of dividends; product liability claims, recalls or regulatory actions; the impact of litigation or other legal proceedings; the impact of additional tax liabilities stemming from our global operations and changes in tax laws, regulations and tax rates; our failure to comply with applicable laws, rules and regulations and self-regulatory requirements, the costs of compliance and the impact of changes in such laws; our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel; the volatility of our stock price; risks associated with circumstances outside our control, including those caused by telecommunication failures, labor strikes, power and/or water shortages, public health crises, such as the occurrence of contagious diseases, severe weather events, war, terrorism and other geopolitical incidents; and other risks and uncertainties described in “Part I, Item 1A. Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, and in other reports we file with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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Release – XCEL BRANDS announces sale of luxury fine jewelry brand Judith Ripka

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NEW YORK, April 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Xcel Brands (NASDAQ:XELB), an industry leading media and consumer products company specializing in building influencer-led brands through social commerce and live streaming, announces the sale of luxury fine jewelry brand Judith Ripka.

“I am pleased to have found an outstanding strategic buyer to continue the legacy of this luxury fine jewelry brand. I am excited to see the new vision of Judith Ripka fine jewelry. This is an exciting moment for Xcel as we continue to leverage our deep experience in video commerce to build influencer-led brands around their millions of followers,” said Robert D’Loren, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Xcel Brands.

The transaction was valued at approximately $3 million.

About Xcel Brands

Xcel Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: XELB) is a media and consumer products company engaged in the design, licensing, marketing, live streaming, and social commerce sales of branded apparel, footwear, accessories, fine jewelry, home goods and other consumer products, and the acquisition of dynamic consumer lifestyle brands. Xcel was founded in 2011 with a vision to reimagine shopping, entertainment, and social media as social commerce. Xcel owns the Halston and C. Wonder brands, as well as the co-branded collaboration brands Tower Hill by Christie Brinkley, Trust. Respect. Love by Cesar Millan, GemmaMade by Gemma Stafford and Off/Duty by Coco Rocha brand and holds noncontrolling interests or long-term license agreement in Mesa Mia by Jenny Martinez. Xcel also owns and manages the Longaberger by Shannon Doherty brand through its controlling interest in Longaberger Licensing, LLC. Xcel is pioneering a modern consumer products sales strategy which includes the promotion and sale of products under its brands through interactive television, digital live-stream shopping, social commerce, brick-and-mortar retailers, and e-commerce channels to be everywhere its customer’s shop. The company’s previously owned and current brands have generated more than $5 billion in retail sales via livestreaming in interactive television and digital channels alone and has over 20,000 hours of content production time in live-stream and social commerce. The brand portfolio reaches more than 46 million social media followers with broadcast reaching 200 million households. Headquartered in New York City, Xcel Brands is led by an executive team with significant live streaming, production, merchandising, design, marketing, retailing, and licensing experience, and a proven track record of success in elevating branded consumer products companies. For more information, visit www.xcelbrands.com.


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Perfect (PERF) – Limited Take Private Upside; Rating Change

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Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Michael Kupinski, Director of Research, Equity Research Analyst, Digital, Media & Technology , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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Q1 2026 results showed solid execution. Perfect Corp. reported Q1 revenue of $17.9 million, which was up 12% over the prior year period and in line with our estimate of $18.0 million. Furthermore, gross profit was up 17.8%, and operating income was a positive $1.5 million, reflecting continued progress in the company’s transition to a higher-quality, subscription-driven AI revenue model. Notably, the company reported adj. EBITDA of $2.3 million, which was better than our estimate of $1.1 million.

Performance was driven by strength in AI subscriptions and monetization. The results reflected strong growth in mobile app and web subscriptions and a sharp increase in virtual points usage, partially offset by declines in legacy licensing revenue and some softness in subscriber and key customer counts.


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Release – XCEL BRANDS Announces Super Star Chef Jenny Martinez to Premiere on HSN

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NEW YORK, April 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Xcel Brands (NASDAQ: XELB), An industry-leading media and consumer products company focused on building influencer-driven brands through social commerce and live streaming is proud to announce that Latina superstar chef Jenny Martinez will debut her Mesa Mia by Jenny Martinez kitchen collection on HSN (The Home Shopping Network). The brand will showcase home-inspired kitchenware and authentic Latina cuisine and will be available to consumers on HSN starting April 28, 2026.

“We are excited for Jenny to introduce Mesa Mia by Jenny Martinez to the HSN customer through livestream TV and invite her enormous social following to join her on this new journey. Jenny’s warm personality, playful sense of humor and love of her Latin heritage that she expresses through her delicious recipes, many from her childhood make for engaging and fun filled television,” stated Robert W. D’Loren, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Xcel Brands.

Rooted in the belief that food connects, inspires, and creates lasting memories, Jenny’s kitchen collection and ready-to-enjoy meals draw inspiration from her Mexican heritage and upbringing in Chapala, Jalisco. Her collection brings the warmth of tradition into every home, one bite at a time.

“Jenny’s fans connect to her stories in a personal way that’s really so moving to see,” said John Frierson, President of talent agency The Bureau New York City. “And as a result, Jenny has been able to transition from influencer to lifestyle icon.”

“Growing up, the kitchen was always the heart of our home, it’s where stories were shared, traditions were created, and love was felt in every dish. To me, Mesa Mia means more than just “my table” – its is about creating a space where everyone fells welcome. With this collection, I wanted to being the same sense of connection and warmth to every table, inviting people to gather, celebrate food, and make lasting memories together,” said Jenny Martinez “I’ve always wanted to put a kitchen collection, authentic food and rich storytelling together in one place, and Xcel Brands helped me to bring that dream to life.”

About Xcel Brands

Xcel Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: XELB) is a media and consumer products company engaged in the design, licensing, marketing, live streaming, and social commerce sales of branded apparel, footwear, accessories, fine jewelry, home goods and other consumer products, and the acquisition of dynamic consumer lifestyle brands. Xcel was founded in 2011 with a vision to reimagine shopping, entertainment, and social media as social commerce. Xcel owns the Halston, Judith Ripka, and C. Wonder brands, as well as the co-branded collaboration brands TowerHill by Christie Brinkley, Trust. Respect. Love by Cesar Millan, GemmaMade by Gemma Stafford and Off/Duty by Coco Rocha brand and also holds noncontrolling interests or long-term license agreement in MesaMia by Jenny Martinez. Xcel also owns and manages the Longaberger by Shannon Doherty brand through its controlling interest in Longaberger Licensing, LLC. Xcel is pioneering a modern consumer products sales strategy which includes the promotion and sale of products under its brands through interactive television, digital live-stream shopping, social commerce, brick-and-mortar retailers, and e-commerce channels to be everywhere its customer’s shop. The company’s previously owned and current brands have generated in excess of $5 billion in retail sales via livestreaming in interactive television and digital channels alone, and has over 20,000 hours of content production time in live-stream and social commerce. The brand portfolio reaches in excess of 46 million social media followers with broadcast reach into 200 million households. Headquartered in New York City, Xcel Brands is led by an executive team with significant live streaming, production, merchandising, design, marketing, retailing, and licensing experience, and a proven track record of success in elevating branded consumer products companies. For more information, visit www.xcelbrands.com.

About Jenny Martinez 
Jenny Martinez is well-known across social media platforms for sharing her authentic Mexican family recipes to the delight of millions of fans on TikTok and Instagram. Jenny was born in Mexico and moved to Los Angeles at age four, yet she has never lost touch with her Mexican heritage. The traditional recipes she shares with her followers have been passed down for generations in her family. Although she later mastered her culinary arts on her own, Jenny started by learning most of her mother’s recipes at the age of thirteen. Jenny considers a well-fed family the key to a happy family and believes that dinner should be celebrated every day. Food brings people together, and Jenny’s videos and recipes convey the spirit of family and community. She lives with her family in Los Angeles, California. Jenny’s first cookbook My Mexican Mesa, Y Listo! (Simon & Schuster) debuted in Spring 2024 featuring 100 recipes ranging from breakfast, appetizers & entrees to desserts, and even cocktails! Providing family-style recipes for every occasion & beautifully photographed to capture the authentic spirit of the cuisine, the cookbook is a must-have for home cooks looking for their next delicious meal. In 2024, Jenny launched her own line of cookware and dinnerware/tabletop at over 600 department stores nationally, as well as a spice line sold in grocery stores and online.

Jenny is represented by John Frierson at The Bureau New York City and managed by Lisa Shotland at Shotlandia. Her attorney is Phil Daniels at Ginsberg Daniels Kallis LLP.

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Release – Xcel Brands & Gemma Stafford Launch GemmaMade on QVC

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NEW YORK, April 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Xcel Brands (NASDAQ: XELB), an industry leading media and consumer products company specializing in building influencer-driven brands through social commerce and live streaming, is excited to announce International Baking Star, chef and creator of the YouTube sensation Bigger Bolder Baking, Gemma Stafford, will be premiering GemmaMade by Gemma Stafford on QVC Sunday, April 26th, 2026.

For her debut collection, GemmaMade by Gemma Stafford draws inspiration from her Irish heritage, featuring signature kitchen pieces designed to bring the spirit of Ireland into the home. Rooted in her belief that the kitchen is the heart of the home, the collection includes thoughtfully crafted tools like her signature Magic Bowls and Mugs, alongside traditional baked goods such as her Traditional Irish Scones, inviting home bakers to create and share comforting, heritage-inspired delicacies. With a focus on simplicity and accessibility, GemmaMade empowers home bakers to streamline their time in the kitchen, offering intuitive tools and essentials that make baking more approachable, efficient, and enjoyable without compromising on quality or tradition.

“After 12 years and millions of conversations with home bakers around the world, I’ve had a front-row seat to how people really bake at home. With GemmaMade, that comes to life through tools like our Magic Bowls and Mugs, designed to simplify every step from mixing to cooking to serving, and for the first time, baked goods like my Traditional Irish Scones available directly to our audience. It’s a new way of thinking about baking — built from real experience and a reflection of how creator-led brands are shaping what comes next,” said Gemma Stafford, professional chef and creator of Bigger Bolder Baking and GemmaMade.

“We are so excited to introduce Gemma and her GemmaMade by Gemma Stafford to the QVC customer through livestream TV and invite her enormous social following to join her on this new journey. Gemma’s warm personality, and Irish wit and charm that she expresses through her delicious recipes and famous one mug meals and desserts make for engaging and fun filled television,” stated Robert W. D’Loren, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Xcel Brands. 

GemmaMade by Gemma Stafford brings a new perspective to baking and home cooking that will make her an immediate sensation with the QVC customer. Tune into Gemma when she premieres on QVC Sunday, April 26th and again on Wednesday, April 29th.

About Xcel Brands

Xcel Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: XELB) is a media and consumer products company engaged in the design, licensing, marketing, live streaming, and social commerce sales of branded apparel, footwear, accessories, fine jewelry, home goods and other consumer products, and the acquisition of dynamic consumer lifestyle brands. Xcel was founded in 2011 with a vision to reimagine shopping, entertainment, and social media as social commerce. Xcel owns the Halston, Judith Ripka, and C. Wonder brands, as well as the co-branded collaboration brands TowerHill by Christie Brinkley, Trust. Respect. Love by Cesar Millan, GemmaMade by Gemma Stafford and Off/Duty by Coco Rocha brand and also holds noncontrolling interests or long-term license agreement in MesaMia by Jenny Martinez. Xcel also owns and manages the Longaberger by Shannon Doherty brand through its controlling interest in Longaberger Licensing, LLC. Xcel is pioneering a modern consumer products sales strategy which includes the promotion and sale of products under its brands through interactive television, digital live-stream shopping, social commerce, brick-and-mortar retailers, and e-commerce channels to be everywhere its customer’s shop. The company’s previously owned and current brands have generated in excess of $5 billion in retail sales via livestreaming in interactive television and digital channels alone, and has over 20,000 hours of content production time in live-stream and social commerce. The brand portfolio reaches in excess of 46 million social media followers with broadcast reach into 200 million households. Headquartered in New York City, Xcel Brands is led by an executive team with significant live streaming, production, merchandising, design, marketing, retailing, and licensing experience, and a proven track record of success in elevating branded consumer products companies. For more information, visit www.xcelbrands.com.

About Gemma Stafford
For more than a decade, Irish-born chef Gemma Stafford has been bringing her passion for teaching people how to bake with confidence to her top online baking show and brand, Bigger Bolder Baking. Today, with more than 8 million followers (“Bold Bakers”) and half a billion video views to date, Bigger Bolder Baking has become the leading – and indispensable – multimedia destination for bakers. Gemma’s unique combination of expertise, bold recipes, and approachable techniques have led to appearances as a judge on Netflix’s Nailed It!, Food Network’s Best Baker in America, and Hulu’s Baker’s Dozen, along with appearances on national and local TV nationwide. Gemma is also the co-creator and host of the #1 baking entertainment podcast, Knead To Know, which releases every week in partnership with HRN. In 2025, she will launch the first-ever baking TV network, the Bold Baking Network, on connected television (CTV) and free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) platforms dedicated to educating and entertaining home bakers 24/7.

For further information please contact:

Seth Burroughs
Xcel Brands
[email protected]

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Release – ACCO Brands Corporation Declares Quarterly Dividend

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04/24/2026

LAKE ZURICH, Ill.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– ACCO Brands Corporation (NYSE: ACCO) today announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.075 per share. The dividend will be paid on June 17, 2026, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on May 22, 2026.

About ACCO Brands Corporation

ACCO Brands is the leader in branded consumer products that enable productivity, confidence and enjoyment while working, when learning and while playing. Our widely recognized brands include AT-A-GLANCE®, Five Star®, Kensington®, Leitz®, Mead®, PowerA®, Swingline®, Tilibra® and many others. More information about ACCO Brands Corporation (NYSE: ACCO) can be found at www.accobrands.com.

Chris McGinnis
Investor Relations
(847) 796-4320

Kori Reed
Media Relations
(224) 501-0406

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Travelzoo (TZOO) – Positioned For Earnings Upside as Subscription Model Scales

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Friday, April 24, 2026

Michael Kupinski, Director of Research, Equity Research Analyst, Digital, Media & Technology , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

Jacob Mutchler, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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Q1 results reflect steady growth with investment-driven earnings pressure. Revenue increased 5% year-over-year to $24.3 million, in line with our estimate, while adj. EBITDA beat our estimate ($3.5 million versus our estimate of $2.9 million). EPS declined modestly as the company continued to prioritize member acquisition, highlighting the trade-off between near-term profitability and long-term value creation.

Subscription growth and renewals drove the quarter. Record membership renewals and continued Club Member acquisition were key drivers, reinforcing the strength of the subscription model and improving underlying unit economics despite upfront marketing costs. Membership Fee revenue, which represented 19% of total company revenue, increased by a solid 91%.


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Direct Digital Holdings (DRCT) – Strategic Progress Continues

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Friday, April 24, 2026

Michael Kupinski, Director of Research, Equity Research Analyst, Digital, Media & Technology , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

Jacob Mutchler, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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Reverse split supports Nasdaq compliance and preserves strategic listing. The announced 4-for-1 reverse stock split (effective April 27, 2026), following the earlier 55-for-1 split, is intended to maintain Nasdaq compliance and preserve access to institutional capital, a key asset for executing the company’s long-term strategy.

Capital access remains intact, supporting operations through the transition period. Management continues to utilize equity facilities and recent capital raises to fund operations, with additional financing expected to bridge the company to anticipated cash-flow improvements in the second half of 2026.


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Consumer Sentiment Hits an All-Time Low — Even a Ceasefire Couldn’t Fix It

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The University of Michigan’s final April Consumer Sentiment reading came in at 49.8 — beating the 48.5 economists anticipated, but landing in a place no one wanted to be: the lowest level ever recorded. That means Americans right now are more anxious about their economic futures than during the 2008 financial crisis, the depths of the COVID-19 pandemic, or the inflation surge that followed Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

The data reflects the ongoing economic disruption triggered by the U.S.-Iran conflict, which has driven gas prices up by more than a dollar per gallon on average since hostilities began. A two-week ceasefire temporarily softened the blow, and sentiment did improve slightly as a result. But survey director Joanne Hsu made clear in the release that diplomatic moves which don’t translate into actual relief at the pump — or lower prices on store shelves — aren’t enough to meaningfully shift consumer confidence.

That’s the core challenge here. Stocks have hit record highs this week, and the ceasefire offered a moment of cautious optimism. Yet sentiment fell across every demographic measured — age, income, education level, and political affiliation. That kind of across-the-board deterioration signals something broader than partisan frustration or market volatility. It points to a deeply embedded anxiety about where prices are headed.

The inflation data reinforces that concern. Year-ahead inflation expectations jumped to 4.7% in April, up from 3.8% in March — the largest single-month increase since April 2025, when sweeping tariff announcements rattled markets. Long-term inflation expectations climbed to 3.5%, the highest mark since last October. For context, both of these figures were well below 3% during the relatively stable 2019–2020 period. Americans don’t just feel squeezed now — they expect to keep feeling squeezed.

This disconnect between a rallying stock market and cratering consumer confidence is worth paying close attention to. Equity valuations often price in future optimism, but consumer sentiment is a more direct measure of how households — the engine of U.S. consumer spending, which drives roughly 70% of GDP — are actually behaving and planning. When confidence erodes to record lows, it tends to translate into deferred purchases, tighter household budgets, and reduced risk-taking across the board.

For investors tracking small and microcap equities, the downstream effects of sustained consumer pessimism are real. Companies in discretionary spending categories, regional retail, and consumer services face headwinds that don’t disappear when the S&P 500 ticks higher. The gap between Wall Street’s mood and Main Street’s reality has rarely been this wide — and historically, one of them ends up being right.