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Mission Produce(TM) Announces Fiscal 2023 Fourth Quarter Financial Results

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

OXNARD, Calif., Dec. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mission Produce, Inc. (Nasdaq: AVO) (“Mission” or the “Company”), a world leader in sourcing, producing, and distributing fresh Hass avocados with additional offerings in mangos and blueberries, today reported its financial results for the fiscal fourth quarter ended October 31, 2023.

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  • OXNARD, Calif., Dec. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mission Produce, Inc. (Nasdaq: AVO) (“Mission” or the “Company”), a world leader in sourcing, producing, and distributing fresh Hass avocados with additional offerings in mangos and blueberries, today reported its financial results for the fiscal fourth quarter ended October 31, 2023.
  • Gross profit increased $0.9 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023 compared to the same period last year, to $27.8 million and gross profit percentage decreased 50 basis points, to 10.8% of revenue.
  • Total segment sales in the International Farming segment increased by 1% in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023 compared to the same period last year.
  • As previously announced, the Company will host a conference call to discuss its fourth quarter of fiscal 2023 financial results today at 5:30 p.m.

Alaris Equity Partners Income Trust Declares Q4 Distribution

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

CALGARY, Alberta, Dec. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alaris Equity Partners Income Trust (“Alaris” or the “Trust”) (TSX: AD.UN) announces that the Board of Directors of the Trust (the “Board”) has declared a trust distribution (“Distribution”) of $0.34 per trust unit for the fourth quarter of 2023, representing $1.36 per unit on an annualized basis. The Distribution is payable on January 15, 2024 to unitholders of record on December 29, 2023.

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  • NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION IN THE UNITED STATES.
  • FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS RESTRICTION MAY CONSTITUTE A VIOLATION OF UNITED STATES SECURITIES LAW.
  • CALGARY, Alberta, Dec. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alaris Equity Partners Income Trust (“Alaris” or the “Trust”) (TSX: AD.UN) announces that the Board of Directors of the Trust (the “Board”) has declared a trust distribution (“Distribution”) of $0.34 per trust unit for the fourth quarter of 2023, representing $1.36 per unit on an annualized basis.
  • The Distribution is payable on January 15, 2024 to unitholders of record on December 29, 2023.

Japan House Los Angeles Presents “Unlock Cinema | Short Films, Infinite Possibilities” With Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia

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Monday, December 18, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles and Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia (SSFF & ASIA), the largest short film festivals in Asia and Academy Award® qualifying festivals, have joined together for the second time to showcase Short Shorts Film Festival in Hollywood on January 11, 2024. The one-day film festival celebrating film and culture will screen several diverse short films created by Japanese and international filmmakers, from up-and-comers to an Academy Award-winning filmmaker.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Dec. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles and Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia (SSFF & ASIA), the largest short film festivals in Asia and Academy Award® qualifying festivals, have joined together for the second time to showcase Short Shorts Film Festival in Hollywood on January 11, 2024.
  • The one-day film festival celebrating film and culture will screen several diverse short films created by Japanese and international filmmakers, from up-and-comers to an Academy Award-winning filmmaker.
  • Marking the 5th anniversary of JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles, and the 25th anniversary of the SSFF & ASIA, this year’s theme “Unlock Cinema | Short Films, Infinite Possibilities,” celebrates the filmmakers’ journey, recognizing how most filmmakers’ careers begin by creating short films, unlocking their potential to create feature-length films.
  • “Los Angeles is the birthplace of both myself as an actor and the SSFF & ASIA.

BAB, Inc. Announces Cash Distribution

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Monday, December 11, 2023

The portion of the January 16, 2024 Distribution that will be treated as a dividend will not be determined until January 2025, as that portion is dependent upon the Company’s earnings for tax purposes for its fiscal year ending November 30, 2024.

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  • The portion of the January 16, 2024 Distribution that will be treated as a dividend will not be determined until January 2025, as that portion is dependent upon the Company’s earnings for tax purposes for its fiscal year ending November 30, 2024.
  • The final determination will be reported to recipients of the Distributions on a tax information return in early 2025.
  • BAB, Inc. franchises and licenses Big Apple Bagels®, My Favorite Muffin®, SweetDuet® and Brewster’s® coffee.
  • The Company’s stock is traded on the OTCQB under the symbol BABB and its web site can be visited at www.babcorp.com .

Capricor Therapeutics Announces Continuation of Phase 3 HOPE-3 Trial of CAP-1002 in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Based on Completion of Interim Futility Analysis

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Monday, December 11, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Dec. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Capricor Therapeutics (NASDAQ: CAPR), a biotechnology company focused on the development of transformative cell and exosome-based therapeutics for the treatment and prevention of muscular and other select diseases, today announced a positive outcome of the interim futility analysis for HOPE-3, the pivotal Phase 3 trial evaluating CAP-1002 in patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). The results of the interim futility analysis, reviewed by the Data Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB), resulted in a favorable recommendation to continue the HOPE-3 trial as planned. This interim futility analysis triggers the first milestone payment under the Company’s U.S. Commercialization and Distribution Agreement with Nippon Shinyaku Co., Ltd.

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  • The results of the interim futility analysis, reviewed by the Data Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB), resulted in a favorable recommendation to continue the HOPE-3 trial as planned.
  • “We believe CAP-1002 may address the high unmet medical need for these patients and we remain committed to its expeditious advancement towards approval.
  • Based on this important milestone, we will be requesting a meeting with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to further discuss options for expedited review and approval.
  • In addition, we believe we are well positioned to execute on additional value-driving clinical and regulatory milestones, including reporting topline data from HOPE-3 (Cohort A) in the fourth quarter of 2024.”

TransCode Therapeutics To Present Phase 0 Data at 2023 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

BOSTON, Dec. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TransCode Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: RNAZ), the RNA oncology company committed to more effectively treating cancer using RNA therapeutics, will present data from a Phase 0 clinical trial with its lead candidate, TTX-MC138, at this year’s San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium scheduled to take place December 5-9 in San Antonio, TX.

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  • BOSTON, Dec. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TransCode Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: RNAZ), the RNA oncology company committed to more effectively treating cancer using RNA therapeutics, will present data from a Phase 0 clinical trial with its lead candidate, TTX-MC138, at this year’s San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium scheduled to take place December 5-9 in San Antonio, TX.
  • The poster details the IND-enabling work in support of the Phase 0 trial with Cu64-labeled TTX-MC138 as well as initial results from the trial.
  • The trial involves injection of a microdose of Cu64-labeled TTX-MC138 into stage IV breast cancer patients, followed by positron emission tomography-magnetic resonance imaging (PET-MRI).
  • First, TransCode believes these data show that TTX-MC138 has the potential to accumulate in human metastases as occurred in preclinical animal studies.

P2P.org and SSV.Network Introduce DVT Staking API for Secure Institutional Staking

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

With the introduction of the DVT Staking API, P2P.org once again reinforces its position as a pioneer in institutional-level, decentralized staking services.

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  • With the introduction of the DVT Staking API, P2P.org once again reinforces its position as a pioneer in institutional-level, decentralized staking services.
  • "The launch of the DVT Staking API marks a pivotal moment in our journey, embodying our commitment to providing secure, decentralized staking solutions to institutional clients."
  • The integration with SSV.Network and the launch of the DVT Staking API, supported by a grant from SSV.Network, showcases P2P.org's dedication to advancing institutional staking solutions.
  • Our new DVT Staking API reinforces our dedication to creating secure and user-centric services for the Ethereum ecosystem and to best serve our institutional clients.

QUEST WATER GLOBAL EXPANDS INTO SOUTH AFRICA

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

VANCOUVER, CANADA, Nov. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- QUEST WATER GLOBAL, INC. (OTC Pink: QWTR) ("Quest" and/or the "Company"), an innovative water technology company and developer of the solar-powered AQUAtapTM water purification, desalination, and distribution technology, provides the following global expansion plans.

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  • VANCOUVER, CANADA, Nov. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- QUEST WATER GLOBAL, INC. (OTC Pink: QWTR) ("Quest" and/or the "Company"), an innovative water technology company and developer of the solar-powered AQUAtapTM water purification, desalination, and distribution technology, provides the following global expansion plans.
  • Quest Water Global, Inc. is pleased to announce the establishment of a strategic partnership in South Africa with AQUAtapTM Oasis South Africa (Pty) Ltd.
  • AQUAtapTM Oasis South Africa (Pty) Ltd. will have access to Quest Water Global, Inc.'s water technologies, market-driven business model, and expertise, while also benefiting from the knowledge and experience of their local partners.
  • This partnership aligns with our core values of diversity and sustainability, and we are confident that together, we can make a positive socioeconomic impact in South Africa," stated John Balanko, President & CEO of Quest Water Global, Inc.
    Quest Water Global, Inc. is also currently forming new partnerships in Kenya and the South Pacific Island Nation of Kiribati to establish sustainable clean water initiatives within each country.

Innerwear Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report 2023-2030 - Market Set to Reach $310.02 Billion by 2030, New Report Highlights Surge in Demand for Diverse and Comfort-Driven Products - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, December 28, 2023

The global innerwear market size is expected to reach USD 310.02 billion by 2030.

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  • The global innerwear market size is expected to reach USD 310.02 billion by 2030.
  • This newfound self-acceptance has translated into a demand for innerwear products that reflect personal style and individuality.
  • Consumers seek innerwear that aligns with their unique preferences, whether it be vibrant colors, bold patterns, or unconventional designs.
  • Innerwear brands are responding by designing products that flatter diverse body types, focusing on comfort & fit, and enhancing different features.

Global $5.16 Bn Heated Tobacco Products (HTP) Market Analysis Report, 2022 and 2023-2027 - Decrease in Consumption for Cigarettes, Rising Health Awareness and Increased Investment in R&D - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

Therefore, decrease in consumption of cigarettes is leading an increase in demand for HTP and hence boosting the growth of heated tobacco products (HTP) market.

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  • Therefore, decrease in consumption of cigarettes is leading an increase in demand for HTP and hence boosting the growth of heated tobacco products (HTP) market.
  • The global Heated tobacco products (HTP) market faces competition from other smokeless tobacco products like snus, chewing tobacco, moist snuff, and vaping products.
  • Also, stick heated tobacco products market value is the fastest growing segment of global heated tobacco products market value owing to high adoption of HTPs as a premium product and the ease of use of tobacco sticks in comparison to conventional cigarettes.
  • Within Europe, Germany held the highest share of the market, whereas UK is expected to be the fastest-growing heated tobacco products market in the forecasted period.