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Snail (SNAL) – Setting the Stage for a Stronger Second Half

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Wednesday, August 12, 2026

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

George Proost, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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Q2 Results Were Soft, Ahead of a Busier Second Half. Second quarter revenue declined to $19.7 million from $22.2 million, while bookings decreased to $21.8 million from $27.1 million, and EBITDA was a $3.0 million loss versus a $2.4 million loss in the prior-year period. Despite the softer quarter, first-half revenue increased 11.1% to $47.0 million, while EBITDA improved to a loss of $0.6 million from a loss of $5.8 million. 

Second-Half Setup Improves Following Major ARK Content Releases. Shortly after quarter-end, Snail released Tides of Fortune, Genesis Part 1 Ascended, and Dragontopia, establishing a more active content cadence for the remainder of 2026. Management believes the broader ARK slate through 2027 provides a strong foundation for improved monetization and revenue visibility. 


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July CPI Report Preview: Inflation Expected to Ease to 3.4% as Fed Weighs a September Rate Hike

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What the July CPI Report Is Expected to Show

New inflation data due out Wednesday is expected to show consumer prices rising 3.4% year over year in July, according to economists surveyed by Bloomberg, a slight improvement from June’s 3.5% annual increase. On a monthly basis, economists expect prices to rise just 0.1% from June, when the Consumer Price Index posted a surprise 0.4% monthly decline.

Core inflation, which strips out volatile food and energy costs and is the measure the Federal Reserve watches most closely, is expected to come in at 2.5% year over year and 0.2% month over month. Both figures would represent continued, if gradual, progress toward the Fed’s 2% inflation target, even as the overall trajectory remains well above where policymakers want it.

Why Energy Prices Complicate the Inflation Picture

The July reading arrives against a genuinely unusual backdrop. Energy prices rose over the course of the month after the ceasefire between the United States and Iran broke down and oil prices moved higher in response. Despite that renewed volatility, gasoline prices at the pump remained slightly lower on average in July than they were in June, according to data from the US Energy Information Administration.

That divergence between crude oil price movement and retail gasoline prices reflects the lag between wholesale energy costs and what consumers actually pay at the pump, and it is one reason economists still expect the headline CPI figure to show only modest sequential price growth despite the renewed geopolitical volatility.

What a Hot Inflation Print Would Mean for the September Fed Meeting

The stakes attached to Wednesday’s release extend well beyond the number itself. A hotter-than-expected inflation reading would likely push a divided Federal Reserve toward raising interest rates at its September meeting, even as other parts of the economy show signs of cooling. That tension is precisely what makes this month’s data release so consequential. The Fed is currently navigating contradictory signals: inflation readings remain well above target, while the labor market has shown genuine weakness, with the July jobs report showing the US economy shed 23,000 jobs, far short of what economists had expected.

As of this week, traders are pricing in roughly 50-50 odds of a 25 basis point rate hike at the Fed’s September meeting, according to CME FedWatch data, reflecting just how finely balanced the policy decision has become.

What the July CPI Report Means for Small Cap Investors

For companies operating below the $2 billion market cap threshold, Wednesday’s inflation data carries direct implications for the cost of capital heading into the fall. Small and microcap companies typically carry more variable-rate debt than their large cap counterparts, making them more sensitive to shifts in rate expectations than almost any other segment of the market.

A cooler-than-expected CPI print would strengthen the case for the Fed to hold steady in September, providing meaningful relief for smaller, more leveraged companies. A hotter print, particularly one showing energy-driven price pressure spreading into core categories, would sharpen the odds of a rate hike and extend the higher-cost-of-capital environment that has weighed on small cap valuations throughout much of this year. Either way, Wednesday’s release is one of the most consequential data points small cap investors will see before the Fed’s September decision.

Release – Xcel Brands to Host Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Call on August 14, 2026

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NEW YORK, Aug. 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Xcel Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: XELB) (“Xcel” or the “Company”), today announced that it will report its second quarter 2026 financial results on August 13, 2026. The Company will hold a conference call with the investment community on August 14, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. ET.

A webcast of the conference call will be available live on the Investor Relations section of Xcel’s website at https://xcelbrands.co/pages/events-and-presentations or directly at https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/p3z3y7nz

Interested parties unable to access the conference call via the webcast may dial 800-715-9871 or 646-307-1963 and use the Conference ID 4300396. A replay of the webcast will be available on Xcel’s website.

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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The Beachbody Company (BODI) – Finding Its Footing in Retail

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Tuesday, August 11, 2026

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

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

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Another profitable quarter. Q2 revenue of $49.6 million exceeded the midpoint of guidance, while adjusted EBITDA of $6.7 million exceeded the high end and marked the company’s 11th consecutive quarter of positive adjusted EBITDA. While revenues were in line, the company exceeded our $4.5 million adj. EBITDA estimate. 

Retail traction encouraging. Shakeology distribution expanded to 131 Sprouts stores, with early reorders supporting favorable sell-through, while the company recently launched in 481 Vitamin Shoppe locations. Approximately 12 additional retail decisions are expected between mid-September and late November.


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Back-to-School and the Stock Market: Is There Really a September Effect?

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Every August, the same scene plays out: parents load up shopping carts with notebooks and sneakers, and almost like clockwork the stock market starts to wobble. Investors call this the “September Effect,” and it’s one of the most searched market patterns every fall. So is there really a connection between back-to-school season and the stock market? Here’s what the data says.

Is September Really the Worst Month for the Stock Market?

Since 1928, the S&P 500 has averaged a return of roughly -1.1% in September, by far the worst of any month on the calendar, and the only month with a meaningfully negative long-run average. August and September together have been the weakest back-to-back stretch since 1945. The index has closed lower in September more than half the time since 1928, no other month drops that often.

This year, back-to-school spending is bigger than ever. The National Retail Federation projects total 2026 back-to-school spending, kindergarten through college, will hit $146.8 billion, up from $128.2 billion in 2025, with college spending crossing $100 billion for the first time. So does all that retail activity actually move the market? Not directly, but the timing overlap is too consistent to ignore.

Why Does the Stock Market Drop in September? 3 Theories

1. Traders come back from summer vacation. The most credible explanation has nothing to do with school supplies and everything to do with vacation schedules. Trading volume and volatility run low through the summer as fund managers and everyday investors take time off. When everyone returns after Labor Day, that quiet gives way to a concentrated wave of rebalancing, all landing in the same few weeks.

2. Household spending shifts to essentials. As families shift spending toward school supplies and tuition, discretionary spending elsewhere slows, and consumer routines reset to budget-conscious mode. Some analysts argue that shift filters into earnings expectations right as September begins. It’s a compelling theory, but worth being honest about, it’s a theory, not a proven cause.

3. Mutual funds “window dress” before fiscal year-end. Many mutual funds close their fiscal year on September 30th, and beforehand, managers often trim losers and buy winners to make year-end portfolios look better, a practice known as “window dressing.” That selling pressure adds to September weakness for reasons that have nothing to do with backpacks or lunchboxes.

Does the September Effect Actually Predict Market Crashes?

Not on its own. Some of September’s worst historical drops happened during bear markets already underway for entirely unrelated reasons, the Great Depression, the dot-com crash, the 2008 financial crisis. The calendar didn’t cause those crashes; it just happened to be the backdrop. When the broader market has strong momentum heading into September, the seasonal weakness has historically shown up far less, if at all.

Should You Change Your Investing Strategy for September?

The back-to-school season and stock market weakness share a calendar and a shift in investor psychology, but the relationship is a tendency, not a rule. The smarter takeaway isn’t to sell in August and buy back in October. It’s to recognize seasonal patterns are noise layered on top of the real drivers: economic data, interest rates, and corporate earnings, and to stay invested through the noise rather than trying to trade around it.

This September, as retailers report record back-to-school numbers, the real story to watch isn’t the calendar. It’s what that spending says about the health of the consumer, because that, unlike seasonality, actually moves markets.

Nielsen’s $2.15 Billion DoubleVerify Deal: A 30% Premium That Still Locks In a Loss

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Nielsen is buying DoubleVerify for $13.60 a share in cash — a 30% premium, the press release says. That premium is real. It’s also about half of what DoubleVerify’s stock fetched the day it went public. Both things are true at once, and the gap between them is the most instructive part of this deal.

Here’s what happened. On Wednesday, Nielsen — itself taken private by a private equity consortium a few years back — agreed to acquire DoubleVerify (NYSE: DV) in an all-cash deal worth roughly $2.15 billion in enterprise value. Shareholders get $13.60 per share, a 30% premium to the stock’s 60-trading-day average through August 5. The deal should close by the first quarter of 2027, after which DoubleVerify delists from the NYSE, becomes a private company under Nielsen, and keeps its name. Providence Equity, which owns about 12%, has agreed to vote in favor.

DoubleVerify isn’t a broken company — and that’s the point. It’s the leading independent platform for ad verification: the plumbing that confirms a digital ad impression was actually seen by a real person, in a brand-safe place, free of fraud. It’s accredited, embedded in the workflows of the world’s biggest advertisers, and it works — 2025 revenue landed around $748 million, up roughly 14%, with real profit and strong free cash flow. A healthy, growing, cash-generative business.

So why is it being bought at $13.60?

Because the market stopped paying up for it. DoubleVerify went public in April 2021 at $27 a share and ran to nearly $47 within months, briefly worth more than $5 billion. Then ad-tech multiples collapsed. Even as the company kept growing revenue and profit year after year, the stock got cut in half, then cut again, bottoming below $8 last year. The business went up and to the right; the multiple went down and to the left. By this week the whole company was worth under $2 billion — less than half its peak value, despite being bigger and more profitable than it was then.

That’s the lesson for anyone hunting the small end of the market. A 30% premium sounds generous until you notice it’s measured off a badly depressed base. IPO buyers are being cashed out at roughly half their money; anyone who chased the 2021 hype is down far more. The premium is genuine against last month’s price — and a permanent loss against the promise the stock once carried.

It also explains the take-private wave we’ve watched all week. When public markets abandon a profitable company and refuse to re-rate it no matter how well it executes, someone with a longer horizon eventually buys the cash flows on the cheap. That’s exactly what Nielsen is doing — and it’s the same logic behind deal after deal in 2026: good small and mid-cap businesses quietly pulled off the public market at prices that reflect the market’s indifference, not the company’s quality.

For DoubleVerify shareholders, it’s a bittersweet exit — a premium today that locks in yesterday’s de-rating. For everyone else, it’s a map. The hunting ground right now is full of profitable, overlooked small-caps trading far below what they’re worth to a patient owner. And the public market keeps losing them, one deal at a time.

Release – BODi Announces Second Amendment to Credit Facility

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August 6, 2026

EL SEGUNDO, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– The Beachbody Company, Inc. (NASDAQ: BODI) (“BODi” or the “Company”), the proactive wellness company delivering nutrition, supplements, and proven fitness programs that help people take control of their health inside and out, today announced it has entered into a second amendment to its credit agreement with Tiger Finance, LLC, as administrative agent and collateral agent. This modification continues to enhance the Company’s financial flexibility through amended covenant terms.

The amendment further streamlines the financial covenant structure, eliminates the billings fixed charge coverage ratio covenant, and adjusts certain other financial covenants, including the minimum digital subscriptions level and the Three Month Total Billings Target. The amended covenants for the Three Month Total Billings target and the minimum Digital Subscriptions level will not be tested if the Company’s cash balance is above $22.5 million. The second amendment reduced the cash balance required to not test these two covenants by approximately $7 million as of the date of the second amendment. The Company must maintain a minimum liquidity level of $18 million, which will decrease by approximately $0.2 million monthly beginning March 1, 2027 to $16 million.

Mark Goldston, Executive Chairman of The Beachbody Company, commented, “We continue to value our relationship with Tiger Finance as a creative, resourceful and supportive partner to BODi. This amendment gives us additional flexibility to execute on our growth strategies as we build on the progress we’ve made in 2026.”

Carl Daikeler, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer added: “This amendment reflects the continued strengthening of our balance sheet and supports our ability to invest in growth, including our nutrition and retail initiatives, without compromising the financial discipline that has defined our turnaround.”

The Company’s cash position of $36.6 million on March 31, 2026, exceeded its $23.6 million debt level by $13.0 million. This strong financial position demonstrates the success of its financial transformation and positions BODi for its planned growth initiatives in 2026.

About BODi and The Beachbody Company, Inc.

BODi is the proactive wellness company delivering nutrition, supplements and proven fitness programs that help people take control of their health inside and out. With nearly three decades of experience, BODi, formerly Beachbody, has evolved from a leader in home fitness into a comprehensive health and fitness ecosystem designed to help people achieve their goals and lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. Anchored by science-backed nutrition solutions like Shakeology and supported by its portfolio of proven fitness and habit-building programs, including P90X and INSANITY, BODi is creating a more accessible and effective path to long-term health.

Since its inception, BODi has supported more than 30 million customers in achieving lasting results. The company continues to innovate across nutrition and digital fitness to deliver simple, proven solutions for modern lifestyles.

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

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Release – BODi Expands Retail Presence with Shakeology Now Available at The Vitamin Shoppe Nationwide; Launches New Flavor

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August 6, 2026

Brings healthy daily protein and superfood nutrition to nearly 500 locations with the retail debut of Vanilla Whey, now with zero grams of added sugar

EL SEGUNDO, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– BODi (NASDAQ: BODI), the proactive wellness company delivering nutrition, supplements, and proven fitness programs that help people take control of their health inside and out, today announced that Shakeology is now available at The Vitamin Shoppe locations nationwide. The Vitamin Shoppe launch reinforces BODi’s commitment to making science-backed wellness more accessible to consumers across the U.S. The retail rollout includes the core flavors of Shakeology’s 0g Added Sugar line: Chocolate Vegan, Chocolate Whey, Vanilla Vegan, and the new, reformulated Vanilla Whey, all available in a convenient 7-serving bag.

BODi expands its retail presence with Shakeology now available at The Vitamin Shoppe nationwide.

BODi expands its retail presence with Shakeology now available at The Vitamin Shoppe nationwide.

Originally launched in 2009 with over a billion servings sold, Shakeology combines high-quality protein with fiber, prebiotics and probiotics, vitamins, minerals, digestive enzymes, adaptogens, antioxidants, greens, and more than 30 superfoods to help support energy, gut health, digestion and regularity, lean muscle, bone health, as well as a healthy immune system. It also helps protect against free radicals and oxidative stress, reduce cravings, and support weight loss, as demonstrated in a clinical study published in the Journal of Nutrition.

Consumers also report meaningful benefits from making Shakeology part of their daily routine. Based on a survey of Shakeology customers*:

  • 86% reported better digestion after one month
  • 84% said it helped reduce junk food cravings
  • 81% said it helped them feel full until their next meal
  • 74% reported increased energy throughout the day

“When we announced our partnership with The Vitamin Shoppe earlier this year, our goal was to make Shakeology more accessible than ever before,” said Carl Daikeler, co-founder and CEO of BODi. “Today, consumers can walk into stores nationwide and purchase Shakeology. Combined with the introduction of Vanilla Whey with zero grams of added sugar launching in retail for the first time, this represents another important step in bringing healthy, science-backed nutrition to more people.”

To locate the nearest The Vitamin Shoppe location, visit https://locations.vitaminshoppe.com. Shakeology is also available at more than 100 Sprouts Farmers Market locations nationwide. BODi continues to expand retail distribution through its strategic partnership with KeHE Distributors, whose network reaches more than 30,000 grocery, supermarket, natural, and online retail locations.

Consumers can also shop the full Shakeology line on BODi.com, including additional flavors such as 0g Added Sugar Café Latte, Cookies & Creamy, and Tropical Strawberry, as well as 14- and 30-serving bags.

*Based on a survey of 1,550 Shakeology customers who consumed Shakeology five or more times per week and exercised three times per week. Better digestion improvement based on 859 Shakeology customers who reported issues with digestion.

About BODi and The Beachbody Company

BODi is a proactive wellness company delivering nutrition, supplements and proven fitness programs that help people take control of their health inside and out. With nearly three decades of experience, BODi, formerly Beachbody, has evolved from a leader in home fitness into a comprehensive health and fitness ecosystem designed to help people achieve their goals and lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. Anchored by science-backed nutrition solutions like Shakeology and supported by its portfolio of proven fitness and habit-building programs, including P90X and INSANITY, BODi is creating a more accessible and effective path to long-term health.

Since its inception, BODi has supported more than 30 million customers in achieving lasting results. The company continues to innovate across nutrition and digital fitness to deliver simple, proven solutions for modern lifestyles.

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

About The Vitamin Shoppe®

The Vitamin Shoppe® is an omnichannel specialty retailer and wellness lifestyle company with the mission to provide customers with the most trusted products, guidance, and services that support health and performance in every stage of life. Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Secaucus, New Jersey, The Vitamin Shoppe today is an innovation-focused destination for first-to-market brands and breakthrough products, offering a comprehensive assortment of vitamins, supplements, sports nutrition, and on-the-go functional foods and beverages. Beyond hundreds of national brands, its offering includes the proprietary brands The Vitamin Shoppe®, Vthrive The Vitamin Shoppe®, BodyTech®, BodyTech® Elite, plnt®, ProBioCare®, and True Athlete®. The Company serves customers through more than 640 stores nationwide, providing personalized support from knowledgeable Health Enthusiast associates, and online at www.vitaminshoppe.com. It operates strategic partnerships in select international markets in Asia, South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. The Vitamin Shoppe proudly supports the health and wellness of communities through longstanding partnerships with Vitamin Angels and Team Red, White & Blue.

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Release – Superior Group of Companies Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results

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  • Total net sales of $147.8 million, up from $144.0 million in prior year second quarter
  • Net income of $1.2 million, including a non-cash tradename impairment charge, $2 million after tax, versus $1.6 million in prior year second quarter
  • Adjusted EBITDA of $7.7 million, up from $6.1 million in prior year second quarter
  • Confirms full-year Outlook
  • Board of Directors approves $0.14 per share quarterly dividend

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGC) (the “Company”), today announced its second quarter 2026 results.

“We’ve demonstrated the earnings power of our diversified business with Branded Products performing especially well this quarter, resulting in an adjusted EPS that was more than double the prior year’s second quarter. We are navigating through soft market conditions, and we see growth opportunities ahead for all three of our attractive businesses,” said Michael Benstock, Chief Executive Officer. “Our guidance continues to reflect stronger results in the back half of the year given seasonal factors. Ultimately, our diverse end markets, high customer retention and flexible supply chain combined with our healthy balance sheet allows us to drive continued growth and optimize shareholder value including through our attractive dividend yield and opportunistic share repurchases.”

Second Quarter Results

For the second quarter ended June 30, 2026, net sales were $147.8 million, up from second quarter 2025 net sales of $144.0 million. Net income was $1.2 million or $0.08 per diluted share compared to net income of $1.6 million or $0.10 per diluted share for the second quarter of 2025.

During the second quarter the Company recorded a trade name impairment charge in the Healthcare Apparel segment of $2.6 million (or $2.0 million net of tax, or $0.13 per diluted share). The charge does not affect the Company’s cash position, cash flow from operating activities or bank debt covenants.

On an adjusted basis, excluding the impairment charge, second quarter net income was $3.2 million or $0.21 per diluted share up from net income of $1.6 million, or $0.10 per diluted share for the second quarter of 2025. At the conclusion of this press release is a reconciliation of reported-to-adjusted results, including a description of the significant item.

Quarterly Dividend

The Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.14 per share, payable August 28, 2026 to shareholders of record as of August 14, 2026.

2026 Full-Year Outlook

The Company continues to forecast full-year 2026 net sales in the range of $572.0 million to $585.0 million, up from 2025 net sales of $566.2 million, and full-year adjusted earnings per diluted share in the range of $0.54 to $0.66, up from $0.46 in 2025.

Webcast and Conference Call

The Company will host a webcast and conference call at 8:00am Eastern Time today. 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 be joined to the Superior Group of Companies call. A telephone replay of the teleconference will be available through August 18, 2026. To access the replay, dial 1-855-669-9658 in the United States or Canada, or 1-412-317-0088 from international locations. Please reference conference number 5851649 for replay access.

Disclosure Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

Certain matters discussed in this press release are “forward-looking statements“ intended to qualify for the safe harbors from liability established by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can generally be identified by use of the words “may,” “will,” “should,” “could,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “believe,” “intend,” “project,” “potential,“ or “plan“ or the negative of these words or other variations on these words or comparable terminology. Forward-looking statements in this press release include 2026 guidance of net sales and earnings per diluted share and may also include, without limitation: (1) projections of revenue, income, and other items relating to our financial position and results of operations, including short term and long term plans for cash, (2) statements of our plans, objectives, strategies, goals and intentions, (3) statements regarding the capabilities, capacities, market position and expected development of our business operations and (4) statements of expected industry and general economic trends.

Such forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that may materially adversely affect the anticipated results. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the following: the impact of competition; the impact of global conflicts, such as the Russia-Ukraine War and the joint U.S.-Israeli War with Iran in 2026, uncertainties related to tariffs, duties, trade wars and related matters, supply disruptions, inflationary environments (including with respect to shipping costs and the cost of finished goods and raw materials and shipping costs), employment levels (including labor shortages), and general economic and political conditions in the areas of the world in which the Company operates or from which it sources its supplies or the areas of the United States of America (“U.S.“ or “United States“) in which the Company‘s customers are located; changes in the healthcare, retail chain, food service, transportation and other industries where uniforms and service apparel are worn; our ability to identify suitable acquisition targets, discover liabilities associated with such businesses during the diligence process, successfully integrate any acquired businesses, or successfully manage our expanding operations; the price and availability of raw materials; attracting and retaining senior management and key personnel; the Company’s ability to maintain effective internal control over financial reporting; and other factors described in the Company‘s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including those risks described in Item 1A of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 entitled “Risk Factors” and the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. Shareholders, potential investors and other readers are urged to consider these factors carefully in evaluating the forward-looking statements made herein and are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements made herein are only made as of the date of this press release and we disclaim any obligation to publicly update such forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances, except as may be required by law.

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.

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Release – The ONE Group Hospitality, Inc. to Host Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast at 4:30 PM ET on August 5, 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 second quarter 2026 financial results on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at 4:30 PM ET. A press release containing the second 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 13760695. The replay will be available until Wednesday, August 19, 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 the Benihana brand was honored in Forbes Best Brands for Value in 2025. 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, a Japanese fusion 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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Released August 3, 2026

Amazon Just Crossed $3 Trillion. Only Four Other Companies Have Ever Gotten There

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Amazon surpassed $3 trillion in market value Monday, becoming just the fifth company in history to reach that milestone, joining Nvidia, Alphabet, Microsoft, and Apple in an extraordinarily exclusive club. Shares rose as much as 5.3% Monday morning, extending a rally that began after last week’s second quarter earnings report and adding to what has already been one of the more dramatic reversals among the Magnificent Seven this year.

The move caps a genuinely wild several months for the stock. Amazon had been mired in a steady selloff for much of the prior three months as investors grew increasingly skeptical of companies committing tens of billions of dollars to artificial intelligence infrastructure with uncertain near-term payoff. Shares fell nearly 18% between a record high on May 6 and a three-month low reached just last month.

What Changed the Story

That skepticism evaporated almost overnight last week. Amazon reported that Amazon Web Services revenue jumped by the most since 2021, and the stock surged more than 15% in response, its largest single-day gain in more than 14 years, adding nearly $400 billion in market value in a single session. That move, which we covered in detail last week, was driven by AWS posting $42.2 billion in quarterly revenue, up 36.7% year over year, alongside management raising full-year AI infrastructure spending guidance to approximately $220 billion.

The market’s willingness to reward that increased spending, rather than punish it the way it has with other companies pursuing similarly aggressive AI buildouts, is what ultimately propelled the stock across the $3 trillion threshold. Amazon has now reclaimed its position as the best performing Magnificent Seven stock of the year, a notable reversal given that the broader group of mega cap technology stocks has actually lagged the market in 2026, gaining only modestly compared to a stronger advance for the S&P 500 overall.

Still Historically Cheap Despite the Milestone

Perhaps the most interesting detail in this story is what it reveals about valuation. Even after this dramatic rally, Amazon trades at roughly 25 times forward earnings for the next twelve months, a level that remains well below its average valuation over the past decade. Despite crossing $3 trillion, the stock is still trading meaningfully cheaper than its own historical norm, a reminder that market cap milestones and valuation multiples do not always move in lockstep.

The speed of this achievement is also notable. Amazon took just over two years to move from $2 trillion, first reached in June 2024, to $3 trillion today. That is considerably faster than the more than six years it took the company to go from its first $1 trillion milestone in late 2018 to the $2 trillion mark.

What It Means for the Broader Market

For investors tracking the AI infrastructure ecosystem more broadly, Amazon’s rapid ascent back to record territory reinforces the same theme from last week’s earnings coverage: when massive AI capital expenditure is paired with visible, accelerating revenue growth, the market response can be dramatically positive rather than punitive. That distinction continues to matter for the smaller companies supplying components, infrastructure, and specialized hardware into hyperscaler buildouts, since sustained demand from a company spending at Amazon’s scale flows directly through an extensive supplier base well beyond Amazon itself.

Perfect (PERF) – Merger Agreement Signed; Share Performance Now Tied to Closing

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Monday, August 03, 2026

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

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Definitive merger agreement signed. Perfect has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by a consortium led by founder and CEO Alice Chang for $2.00 per share in cash. A higher bid remains possible, but unlikely given buyer protections. 

Transaction risk materially reduced. The merger was unanimously approved by the Board following the recommendation of an independent Special Committee. In addition, the buyer group has secured voting support representing approximately 53.4% of the outstanding shares and 81.2% of the Company’s voting power. There is an 8% dissenting-share condition, although the controlling group’s voting support still makes shareholder approval highly likely. 


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ACCO Brands (ACCO) – Post Call Commentary

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Monday, August 03, 2026

Joe Gomes, CFA, Managing Director, Equity Research Analyst, Generalist , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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Mixed Operating Environment. While parts of the operating business are performing well, such as EPOS and back-to-school, other segments remain challenged, especially the International segment both economically and geopolitically, and Brazil as we await elections there. Nonetheless, we remain confident in management’s ability to navigate the environment and emerge even stronger with increased market share.

Capital. At quarter’s end, ACCO had $106.4 million of cash and equivalents on the balance sheet. Consolidated leverage ratio at quarter’s end was 4.3x and is expected to end the year in the 3.7x-3.9x range. At quarter’s end, there was approximately $205 million available for borrowing under the revolver. We believe ACCO is well positioned to fund both organic and inorganic growth opportunities.


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