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Release – Superior Group of Companies Reports Fourth Quarter 2025 Results

Posted on March 3, 2026March 3, 2026 by aweinsoff@channelchek.com

Research News and Market Data on SGC

03/03/2026

– Total net sales of $146.6 million versus $145.4 million in prior year fourth quarter –

– Net income of $3.5 million versus $2.1 million in prior year fourth quarter –

– EBITDA of $8.6 million versus $7.3 million in prior year fourth quarter –

– Provides full-year outlook –

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., March 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGC) (the “Company”), today announced its fourth quarter 2025 results.

“We finished the year with a solid fourth quarter, growing our consolidated revenues while simultaneously reducing expenses which resulted in 19% year-over-year EBITDA growth and earnings per share that nearly doubled,” said Michael Benstock, Chief Executive Officer. “In addition, our quarterly results again demonstrated the back-end weighted nature of our business, with 6% sequential top line growth and earnings per share up 28%. We’re pleased with our recent progress driving efficiencies and containing costs which will allow us to emerge from these uncertain times even stronger, and have today introduced our 2026 Outlook reflecting further growth anticipated for both revenue and EPS. This year we plan to expand our growing new business pipelines by capturing market share across our three attractive end markets with quality, innovative solutions, while leveraging our efficiencies and diverse supply base to further expand margins. Enabled by our strong balance sheet, returning capital to shareholders through our attractive dividend even while investing for future growth remains a pillar of our strategy in our quest to further enhance long-term shareholder value.”

Fourth Quarter Results

For the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2025, net sales increased to $146.6 million compared to fourth quarter 2024 net sales of $145.4 million. Pretax income increased to $4.1 million compared to $2.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2024. Net income increased to $3.5 million or $0.23 per diluted share compared to $2.1 million or $0.13 per diluted share for the fourth quarter of 2024.

2026 Full-Year Outlook

The Company forecasts full-year 2026 net sales in the range of $572 million to $585 million, up from 2025 net sales of $566.2 million, and forecasts full-year 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 5:00 pm 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 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.

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 may 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; 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, including those described in the “Risk Factors” section of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 entitled “Risk Factors”. 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 Branded Products, Healthcare Apparel 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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Google Updates Viral AI Image Tool With Faster, Smarter Nano Banana 2

Posted on February 26, 2026February 26, 2026 by slightbourne@noblecapitalmarkets.com

Google is doubling down on generative AI with the launch of Nano Banana 2, the latest version of its viral AI image generator. The update, announced Thursday, is designed to make the tool faster, more precise and better at rendering text — a key improvement for use cases such as marketing mockups, greeting cards and branded visuals. The rollout underscores how aggressively large technology platforms are iterating in the increasingly competitive AI image and video market.

Shares of Alphabet traded lower alongside the broader tech market, but the Nano Banana refresh highlights the company’s continued push to integrate generative AI deeper into its Gemini ecosystem.

Nano Banana first launched in August and quickly gained traction online as users shared AI-generated images across social platforms. Google followed with Nano Banana Pro in November, built on Gemini 3 Pro, targeting higher-fidelity and more accuracy-sensitive use cases.

Nano Banana 2 is now positioned as the speed-optimized successor.

According to Google, the new model incorporates “advanced world knowledge,” pulling real-time information from Gemini to produce more accurate visual renderings. The company emphasized three primary upgrades: faster generation, improved instruction-following and more precise text rendering inside images — an area where AI image models have historically struggled.

While Nano Banana Pro will remain available for high-fidelity tasks requiring maximum factual precision, Nano Banana 2 is being positioned for rapid creation and integrated image-search grounding. The new version will replace its predecessor across Gemini’s Fast, Thinking and Pro tiers.

The move comes as AI image and video tools are becoming mainstream consumer products. Users can now generate increasingly sophisticated visuals from simple text prompts, blurring the line between professional and consumer-grade creative tools.

Competition in the space is intensifying.

OpenAI launched its video-generation model Sora in 2024, drawing massive demand. Adobe has continued expanding Firefly, integrating generative AI across its creative software suite. ByteDance has also introduced its Seedance video-generation tool, though it has faced legal scrutiny from major studios over alleged intellectual property violations.

The rapid adoption of AI creative tools has also fueled debate around copyright, training data and the protection of original content. Media and entertainment companies have raised concerns that generative models may infringe on protected works, increasing regulatory and legal uncertainty across the sector.

For investors, Google’s Nano Banana 2 rollout highlights a broader capital allocation theme in 2026: speed of iteration is becoming a competitive advantage in AI.

Large platforms are not only investing heavily in infrastructure — such as GPUs and data centers — but are also racing to deliver user-facing AI products that drive engagement, subscription upgrades and enterprise adoption.

The generative AI market is still in its early innings. However, with major players rolling out new versions in rapid succession, product cycles are shortening, and differentiation is increasingly tied to performance, reliability and integration with broader ecosystems.

Nano Banana 2 may be an incremental upgrade. But in today’s AI arms race, incremental improvements — delivered quickly — can shape market leadership.

Perfect (PERF) – Revenue Growth Story Intact

Posted on February 25, 2026February 25, 2026 by slightbourne@noblecapitalmarkets.com

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Patrick McCann, CFA, Research Analyst, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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

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Q4 results. Perfect reported Q4 revenue of $18.1 million, up 14.2% Y/Y and largely in line with our estimate of $18.2 million, while adj. EBITDA of $1.4 million exceeded our forecast of $1.0 million, representing 8% margins. Excluding a one-time goodwill write-off, the company would have generated operating income, underscoring improving cost discipline and operating leverage.

B2C momentum the primary growth driver. Management noted that strong demand for AI-powered content creation is driving engagement across the YouCam app portfolio. Generative AI photo and video tools remain key contributors, and we believe Perfect’s expertise with these technologies positions it well to benefit from sustained demand for personalized, AI-enabled digital experiences.

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Travelzoo (TZOO) – Near Term Revenue Growth Throttles Back

Posted on February 20, 2026February 20, 2026 by slightbourne@noblecapitalmarkets.com

Friday, February 20, 2026

Travelzoo® provides its 30 million members with exclusive offers and one-of-a-kind experiences personally reviewed by our deal experts around the globe. We have our finger on the pulse of outstanding travel, entertainment, and lifestyle experiences. We work in partnership with more than 5,000 top travel suppliers—our long-standing relationships give Travelzoo members access to irresistible deals.

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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Softer than expected Q4 Results. The company reported Q4 revenue of $22.5 million, an increase of 9%, and adj. EBITDA of $1.0 million, both of which were below our estimates of $23.0 million and $3.3 million, respectively. Importantly, the modestly softer than expected results were largely driven by weakness in advertising and commerce revenue. Increased marketing spend and elevated G&A expenses due to a non-recurring corporate event adversely affected EBITDA.

Customer acquisition efficiency. Customer acquisition costs averaged $34 per member in Q4, compared to $28 in Q1, $38 in Q2, and $40 in Q3, reflecting continued investment in subscriber growth. Management highlighted rapid payback economics, with annual membership fees collected upfront and supplemented by transaction revenue. Acquisition costs are expensed immediately, impacting near-term profitability, though the strategy is intended to expand recurring revenue and strengthen the advertising platform over time.

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Release – Superior Group of Companies Declares Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend

Posted on February 5, 2026February 5, 2026 by slightbourne@noblecapitalmarkets.com

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Board of Directors of Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGC) today announced that it has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.14 per share, payable February 27, 2026, to shareholders of record as of February 16, 2026.

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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Investors@superiorgroupofcompanies.com

Walmart Breaks the Trillion-Dollar Barrier

Posted on February 4, 2026February 4, 2026 by slightbourne@noblecapitalmarkets.com

Walmart has officially joined the $1 trillion market-cap club, a milestone once reserved almost exclusively for Big Tech giants. Shares of the world’s largest retailer surged to record highs this week, pushing its valuation past the trillion-dollar mark for the first time in its 60-plus-year history. The move underscores a profound shift in how investors view Walmart—not merely as a defensive, low-margin retailer, but as a technology-enabled consumer platform built for the modern economy.

At the core of Walmart’s rise is its ability to thrive across economic cycles. While inflation and tighter budgets have driven value-conscious consumers toward lower prices, Walmart has simultaneously attracted higher-income shoppers through faster delivery, broader online assortments, and improved digital experiences. That rare ability to gain market share both up and down the income ladder has become one of its most powerful competitive advantages.

The transformation did not happen overnight. After lagging peers in e-commerce during the early 2000s, Walmart spent years rebuilding its digital foundation. Today, its online marketplace spans everything from groceries and household staples to luxury resale items and collectibles. More importantly, Walmart has built a fast-growing ecosystem around its core retail business, including advertising, membership programs, fulfillment services, and data-driven logistics—higher-margin segments that investors increasingly reward with premium valuations.

Technology is now central to Walmart’s strategy. The company has been aggressively deploying artificial intelligence across its operations to improve scheduling, inventory management, pricing, and supply-chain efficiency. Recent partnerships with Alphabet and OpenAI signal an ambition to embed Walmart directly into emerging AI-driven shopping workflows, allowing consumers to browse and purchase products through conversational platforms like ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini. These initiatives have helped reframe Walmart as a serious tech contender rather than a legacy retailer playing catch-up.

Investor confidence has followed. Walmart’s stock is up double digits this year, outperforming the broader market and earning a spot in the Nasdaq 100 Index—an unusual distinction for a consumer staples company. Analysts point to consistent execution, disciplined cost control, and management’s willingness to reinvest savings into price leadership as key drivers of continued momentum.

Still, the trillion-dollar valuation raises questions about how much upside remains. Walmart now trades at more than 40 times forward earnings, near all-time highs, leaving less room for error. Competition is intensifying as Amazon doubles down on speed and logistics, Aldi expands its U.S. footprint, and Target works to revive growth through design-focused merchandising. Execution missteps or slowing consumer demand could test investor patience.

Yet Walmart’s recent decision to raise full-year sales and profit guidance has helped quiet some concerns. Management continues to signal a conservative outlook, a strategy that has historically set the stage for earnings beats. With fourth-quarter results approaching, the market will be watching closely for confirmation that Walmart can sustain growth while justifying its premium multiple.

Ultimately, Walmart’s ascent into the trillion-dollar club reflects a broader reality: scale, data, logistics, and technology now matter as much in retail as they do in software. By combining everyday value with digital innovation, Walmart has rewritten its investment narrative—and in the process, secured its place among the most valuable companies on the planet.

1-800-Flowers.com (FLWS) – Leaning Into Its Efficiency Initiatives

Posted on January 30, 2026January 30, 2026 by slightbourne@noblecapitalmarkets.com

Friday, January 30, 2026

For more than 45 years, 1-800-Flowers.com has offered truly original floral arrangements, plants and unique gifts to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, everyday occasions, and seasonal holidays, and to deliver comfort during times of grief. Backed by a caring team obsessed with service, 1-800-Flowers.com provides customers thoughtful ways to express themselves and connect with the most important people in their lives. 1-800-Flowers.com is part of the 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. family of brands. Shares in 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. are traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market, ticker symbol: FLWS.

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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Difficult quarter. Fiscal Q2 revenue of $702.2 million declined by a disappointing 9.5%, but was in line with our conservative estimate of $702.0 million. Adj. EBITDA was $98.1 million, beating our estimate of $89.5 million by 9.6%. In our view, the results reflect the company’s initiative to focus on efficient use of marketing spend.

Cost actions are working, but benefits are not fully visible yet. Operating expenses declined meaningfully year over year, and the company has already achieved approximately $15 million in annualized run-rate cost savings. However, temporary consulting and incentive compensation costs related to the transformation are delaying the full earnings benefit. As these costs roll off, underlying profitability should improve.

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U.S. Inflation Cools in December as Core Prices Rise at Slowest Pace Since 2021

Posted on January 13, 2026January 13, 2026 by slightbourne@noblecapitalmarkets.com

U.S. inflation showed further signs of cooling in December, offering fresh evidence that price pressures across the economy are continuing to moderate as the year comes to a close. According to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report released Tuesday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, core consumer prices rose at their slowest annual pace since March 2021, reinforcing expectations that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates steady in the near term.

On a core basis—excluding the volatile food and energy categories—prices increased 0.2% from November and rose 2.6% compared with a year earlier. That annual reading matched November’s figure and marked the weakest pace of core inflation in nearly five years. Headline inflation, which includes all categories, rose 0.3% month over month and 2.7% year over year, in line with economists’ expectations.

While inflation remains above the Federal Reserve’s long-term 2% target, the steady downward trend over the past year has eased concerns that elevated prices could derail economic growth. Policymakers have increasingly signaled that inflation now poses less of a threat than a potential slowdown in the labor market, a view supported by recent economic data.

Economists pointed to signs that underlying inflation pressures are genuinely cooling. Stephen Brown, an economist at Capital Economics, noted that December’s softer core reading came despite some price rebounds following unusually weak data in October and November. This, he said, suggests that inflation momentum has meaningfully slowed rather than temporarily paused.

The CPI report follows last week’s December jobs data, which showed the unemployment rate pulling back from a four-year high. Together, the inflation and labor market reports have strengthened investor confidence that the Federal Reserve will leave interest rates unchanged at its January 27–28 policy meeting. Futures market data from CME Group now indicate a roughly 95% probability that rates will remain steady.

A closer look at the report revealed mixed price trends for households. Food inflation remained a notable pressure point, with food prices rising 0.7% in December, outpacing overall inflation. Five of the six major grocery store food categories posted monthly increases, including grains, dairy, fruits, and beverages. Only meat prices declined, slipping 0.2% during the month.

Offsetting some of those pressures were declines in several key core categories. Used car and truck prices fell 1.7% in December, while airline fares dropped 0.5%. Transportation services overall also declined by 0.5%, helping keep core inflation contained.

Energy prices provided additional relief. Gasoline prices plunged 5.3% in December amid falling oil prices, contributing to a 2% monthly decline in the energy index. These declines helped temper headline inflation despite higher food costs.

Nationwide chief economist Kathy Bostjancic described the report as “very encouraging,” adding that it supports expectations that lingering tariff-related pressures on goods prices will fade in 2026. As inflation continues to cool and economic growth remains resilient, markets and policymakers alike appear increasingly confident that the worst of the inflation surge is firmly in the past.

SKYX Platforms (SKYX) – Joining NVIDIA Connect

Posted on January 13, 2026January 13, 2026 by slightbourne@noblecapitalmarkets.com

Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Patrick McCann, CFA, Research Analyst, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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

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NVIDIA partnership elevates SKYX’s technology profile. SKYX joined the NVIDIA Connect Program, gaining access to NVIDIA’s cloud and AI ecosystem to support development of its All-In-One Smart Platform. Management described the relationship as “game-changing,” reinforcing SKYX’s positioning as a technology platform company.

The Smart Platform is designed to be the ceiling-based hub of the home. The SkyPlatform embeds connectivity, safety, and intelligence into a single ceiling-based hub, combining Wi-Fi, voice and app control, speakers, thermostat functions, emergency lighting, and safety features. The platform is designed to be compatible with leading smart assistants such as Apple’s Siri and Amazon’s Alexa, simplifying how homes adopt and manage connected technology.

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Release – Vince Holding Corp. Provides Holiday Sales Results

Posted on January 12, 2026January 12, 2026 by aweinsoff@channelchek.com

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01/12/2026

Holiday Period Total Net Sales Increased 5.3% vs. Last Year Led by 9.7% Growth in Direct-to-Consumer Segment

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Vince Holding Corp., (Nasdaq: VNCE) (“VNCE” or the “Company”), a global retail platform, today announced sales for the nine-week holiday period ended January 3, 2026.

Holiday Sales Highlights (Unaudited Results for Nine-Week Period Ended January 3, 2026)

Total company net sales increased 5.3% compared to the prior year period
Direct-to-Consumer segment sales increased 9.7% compared to the prior year period
Wholesale segment sales decreased 2.7% compared to the prior year period

Brendan Hoffman, Chief Executive Officer of VNCE commented, “Our direct-to-consumer segment continues to deliver exceptional results, building on the strong momentum from our strategic investments in customer experience enhancements and e-commerce capabilities. Within wholesale, we have continued to see strong performance at the register with key partners helping to offset disruption in receipt flow with Saks Global given current dynamics. This overall performance, combined with our disciplined approach to balancing strategic pricing changes, promotional activity, and cost management, demonstrates the strength of our business model. As we look ahead, we will continue to execute and deliver on our strategic priorities that we believe will position us well for long-term profitable growth.”

Based on holiday sales performance, total company net sales have trended in line with prior guidance and Adjusted EBITDA as a % of Net Sales and Adjusted Operating Income as a % of Net Sales have trended in line with the higher end of prior guidance ranges for the fourth quarter and full year fiscal 2025.

The Company continues to monitor developments with its wholesale partner, Saks Global, and guidance does not reflect any outcome of its reported status. Saks Global represented less than 7% of total company net sales as of Fiscal 2024.

The holiday sales results reported in this press release are unaudited and preliminary. These amounts are based on currently available information and are subject to change following the completion of any customary financial closing procedures for the fiscal quarter ending January 31, 2026.

ICR Conference
As previously announced, the Company will be presenting at the 28th Annual ICR Conference today, Monday, January 12, 2026, at 8:30 AM Eastern Time. The audio portion of the presentation will be webcast live on the investor relations section of the Company’s website, http://investors.vince.com/.

ABOUT VINCE HOLDING CORP.

Vince Holding Corp. is a global retail platform that operates the Vince brand women’s and men’s ready to wear business. Vince, established in 2002, is a leading global luxury apparel and accessories brand best known for creating elevated yet understated pieces for every day effortless style. Vince Holding Corp. operates 46 full-price retail stores, 14 outlet stores, and its e-commerce site, as well as through premium wholesale channels globally. Please visit www.vince.com for more information.

Forward-Looking Statements: This document, and any statements incorporated by reference herein contain forward-looking statements under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding, among other things, our current expectations about possible or assumed future results of operations of the Company and are indicated by words or phrases such as “may,” “will,” “should,” “believe,” “expect,” “seek,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “estimate,” “plan,” “target,” “project,” “forecast,” “envision” and other similar phrases. Although we believe the assumptions and expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, these assumptions and expectations may not prove to be correct and we may not achieve the results or benefits anticipated. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of actual results, and our actual results may differ materially from those suggested in the forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties, some of which are beyond our control, including, without limitation: changes to and unpredictability in the trade policies and tariffs imposed by the U.S. and the governments of other nations; our ability to maintain our larger wholesale partners; our ability to maintain adequate cash flow from operations or availability under our revolving credit facility to meet our liquidity needs; general economic conditions; restrictions on our operations under our credit facilities; our ability to improve our profitability; our ability to accurately forecast customer demand for our products; our ability to maintain the license agreement with ABG Vince, a subsidiary of Authentic Brands Group; ABG Vince’s expansion of the Vince brand into other categories and territories; ABG Vince’s approval rights and other actions; our ability to realize the benefits of our strategic initiatives; the execution of our customer strategy; our ability to make lease payments when due; our ability to open retail stores under favorable lease terms and operate and maintain new and existing retail stores successfully; our operating experience and brand recognition in international markets; our ability to remediate the identified material weakness in our internal control over financial reporting; our ability to comply with domestic and international laws, regulations and orders; increased scrutiny regarding our approach to sustainability matters and environmental, social and governance practices; competition in the apparel and fashion industry; the transition associated with the appointment of new chief executive officer and new chief financial officer; our ability to attract and retain key personnel; seasonal and quarterly variations in our revenue and income; the protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights relating to the Vince brand; our ability to successfully conclude remaining matters following the wind down of the Rebecca Taylor business; the extent of our foreign sourcing; our reliance on independent manufacturers; our ability to ensure the proper operation of the distribution facilities by third-party logistics providers; fluctuations in the price, availability and quality of raw materials; the ethical business and compliance practices of our independent manufacturers; our ability to mitigate system or data security issues, such as cyber or malware attacks, as well as other major system failures; our ability to adopt, optimize and improve our information technology systems, processes and functions; our ability to comply with privacy-related obligations; our status as a “controlled company”; our status as a “smaller reporting company”; and other factors as set forth from time to time in our Securities and Exchange Commission filings, including those described under “Item 1A—Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. We intend these forward-looking statements to speak only as of the time of this release and do not undertake to update or revise them as more information becomes available, except as required by law.

Investor Relations Contact:

ICR, Inc.
Caitlin Churchill, 646-277-1274
Caitlin.Churchill@icrinc.com

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Vince Holding Corp. (VNCE) – Emerging Growth Levers Provide Favorable 2026 View

Posted on January 5, 2026January 5, 2026 by slightbourne@noblecapitalmarkets.com

Monday, January 05, 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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Execution inflection driven by digital and DTC momentum. 2025 marked a clear improvement in operating execution, led by stronger e-commerce performance, enhanced digital capabilities, and early traction from the dropship initiative, which collectively supported revenue growth and improved operating leverage.

Pricing power and profitability improved despite cost headwinds. The company demonstrated brand resilience through higher average selling prices, stable unit volumes, improved full-price sell-through, and disciplined cost management, allowing it to offset tariff and freight pressures and deliver meaningful adjusted EBITDA upside.

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Release – Xcel Brands Announces $2.05 Million Private Placement

Posted on December 17, 2025December 17, 2025 by aweinsoff@channelchek.com

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NEW YORK, Dec. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Xcel Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: XELB) (“Xcel” or the “Company”), announces today that it has entered into a securities purchase agreement for a private investment in public equity (“PIPE”) financing that is expected to result in gross proceeds to the Company of approximately $2.05 million, before deducting placement agent fees and offering expenses.

The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the offering for general corporate purposes and working capital.

Pursuant to the terms of the securities purchase agreement, the Company is selling an aggregate of 1,670,055 shares of common stock (or pre-funded warrants in lieu thereof) and common stock purchase warrants to purchase up to 835,023 shares of common stock at a purchase price of $1.2275 per share (or pre-funded warrants in lieu thereof) and one-half common stock purchase warrant, subject to certain beneficial ownership limitations set by each holder. The warrants issued in the offering are exercisable at an exercise price of $3.00 per share, subject to adjustment as provided therein, and will expire five years from the date of issuance.

Wellington Shields & Co. LLC acted as the sole placement agent for the PIPE financing.

The unregistered shares of common stock, pre-funded warrants and warrants sold in the PIPE financing described above were offered under Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Act”) and Regulation D promulgated thereunder and, along with the shares of common stock underlying the pre-funded warrants and warrants, have not been registered under the Act or applicable state securities laws. Accordingly, the shares of common stock, the pre-funded warrants, the warrants and the shares of common stock underlying the pre-funded warrants and warrants may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) or an applicable exemption from such registration requirements. The securities were offered only to accredited investors. Pursuant to the terms of the securities purchase agreement with the investors, the Company has agreed to file one or more registration statements with the SEC covering the resale of the unregistered shares of common stock and the shares issuable upon exercise of the unregistered pre-funded warrants and warrants.

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

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, and GemmaMade by Gemma Stafford, and also holds noncontrolling interests or long-term license agreements in Orme Live, and Mesa Mia Live by Jenny Martinez. Xcel also owns and manages the Longaberger 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 customers 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 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.

For further information please contact:
Seth Burroughs
Xcel Brands, Inc.
sburroughs@xcelbrands.com

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Superior Group of Companies (SGC) – Highlights From NobleCon21

Posted on December 12, 2025December 12, 2025 by slightbourne@noblecapitalmarkets.com

Friday, December 12, 2025

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

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NobleCon21. On December 3rd, management presented at NobleCon20 at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) in Boca Raton, Florida. The presentation was conducted by Michael Benstock, Chairman & CEO, and Mike Koempel, CFO. The executives highlighted the company’s century-old operating history, its three diversified and profitable segments, branded products, healthcare apparel, nearshore contact centers, and a capital allocation strategy focused on shareholder returns. A replay of the presentation can be viewed here.

Healthcare. The healthcare apparel segment boasts multi-channel reach across retailers, e-commerce platforms, uniform stores, hospital systems, and specialty distributors. More than two million professionals wear the company’s brands, which includes Wink, Carhartt-branded scrubs, and Fashion Seal Healthcare. Notably, the company is well positioned for expansion supported by demographic aging and persistent healthcare labor shortages.

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