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Pool Corporation Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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COVINGTON, La., Feb. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pool Corporation (Nasdaq/GSM:POOL) announced today that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.10 per share.

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  • COVINGTON, La., Feb. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pool Corporation (Nasdaq/GSM:POOL) announced today that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.10 per share.
  • The dividend will be payable on March 28, 2024, to holders of record on March 14, 2024.
  • POOLCORP is the world’s largest wholesale distributor of swimming pool and related backyard products.
  • POOLCORP operates approximately 440 sales centers in North America, Europe and Australia, through which it distributes more than 200,000 products to roughly 125,000 wholesale customers.

Biom Pharmaceutical Published Clinical Safety & Efficacy of VagiBiom® Microbiome-based Probiotic Suppositories for Intimate Women's Health

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Urinary tract infection, Woman, Paraben, Vaginitis, BV, VHI, Research, Bacterial vaginosis, Smoking, Quality control, Health, Safety, Swimming, Scientific Reports, Patient, Trial of the century, Peri, Lactobacillus delbrueckii, Birth control

Numerous studies suggest that a balanced vaginal microbiome is critical to long-term health and wellness.

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  • Numerous studies suggest that a balanced vaginal microbiome is critical to long-term health and wellness.
  • "We are excited to share the results of the VagiBIOM clinical study; the need for natural solutions in vaginal health is largely unmet.
  • The results of the current peer-reviewed published clinical trial reinforce the safety and efficacy of our product.
  • However, the current peer-reviewed clinical results further reinforce the safety and efficacy of our product,” said Biom's Founder & President, Dr. Bobban Subhadra.

SIMONE BILES, JAMAL MURRAY AND COCO GAUFF LEAD THE NOMINATIONS FOR 2024 LAUREUS WORLD SPORTS AWARDS

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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London, Feb. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Laureus, the global organization that uses the power of sport to change the world, today announced nominations for the prestigious Laureus World Sports Awards.

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  • London, Feb. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Laureus, the global organization that uses the power of sport to change the world, today announced nominations for the prestigious Laureus World Sports Awards.
  • Florida surfer Caroline Marks is nominated for the Laureus World Action Sportsperson Award after winning her first world title.
  • The Laureus World Sports Awards also honour the work of over 300 programmes supported globally by Laureus Sport for Good, using the power of sport to change the world.
  • For more information, editorial imagery and the full list of Laureus World Sports Awards Nominees, click here .

Pool Corporation Announces 2024 Investor Day

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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COVINGTON, La., Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pool Corporation (Nasdaq:POOL) announced today that it will host an Investor Day on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at the Westin Austin at the Domain in Austin, TX.

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  • COVINGTON, La., Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pool Corporation (Nasdaq:POOL) announced today that it will host an Investor Day on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at the Westin Austin at the Domain in Austin, TX.
  • Due to space limitations, Investor Day attendance is by invitation only.
  • A live, audio webcast of the Investor Day presentations will be available on the company’s investor relations page at http://ir.poolcorp.com .
  • Pool Corporation is the world’s largest wholesale distributor of swimming pool and related backyard products.

Fobi AI Chosen To Participate in the 2024 Comcast NBCUniversal SportsTech Accelerator Program

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
Arnold Palmer, Social media, Senior, Motion, USA Cycling, Woman, Swimming, Sky Sports, AI, NASCAR, Universal Pictures, Traction, Conditional sentence, News, Sleep, Comcast Spectacor, Mentorship, NBC Sports, Collegiate summer baseball, Sport, Immersion, NBC, U.S. Ski & Snowboard, Aircraft, Organization, PGA, Automation, Machine learning, Comcast, Esports, Digital media, Universal Studios Florida

VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- February 22, 2024, Fobi AI Inc. (FOBI:TSXV) (FOBIF:OTCQB) (the "Company" or "Fobi"), an industry leader in harnessing AI and data intelligence to enable digital transformation, is pleased to announce that Fobi has been selected among nine other companies from over 1,500 applicants across 52 countries for this year’s sports tech accelerator program.

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  • Fobi selected among nine other companies from over 1,500 applicants across 52 countries for this year's sports tech accelerator program.
  • VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- February 22, 2024, Fobi AI Inc. (FOBI:TSXV) (FOBIF:OTCQB) (the "Company" or "Fobi"), an industry leader in harnessing AI and data intelligence to enable digital transformation, is pleased to announce that Fobi has been selected among nine other companies from over 1,500 applicants across 52 countries for this year’s sports tech accelerator program.
  • Since the first class in 2021, SportsTech alumni have achieved 132 pilots, partnerships, and commercial deals with consortium partners
    PHILADELPHIA, February 22, 2024 —Today, 10 companies were accepted into the fourth class of the Comcast NBCUniversal SportsTech Accelerator , powered by Boomtown.
  • Fobi AI uses automation, AI, and real-time data intelligence to enhance global customer engagement, personalization, and activation.

Pool Corporation Reports Year End and Fourth Quarter 2023 Results; Provides 2024 Earnings Guidance

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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COVINGTON, La., Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pool Corporation (Nasdaq/GSM:POOL) today announced full year and fourth quarter 2023 results.

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  • Fourth quarter ended December 31, 2023 compared to the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2022
    Net sales decreased 8% to $1.0 billion in the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to $1.1 billion in the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Gross margin increased 50 basis points to 29.3% in the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to 28.8% in the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Operating expenses increased 3% to $214.4 million in the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to $208.4 million in the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Earnings per diluted share decreased 27% to $1.32 in the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to $1.82 for the same period in 2022.

Spring Break Water Safety Tips for Kids and Families

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Monday, March 4, 2024
Parenting, Sports, Children, Swimming, Family, Other Travel, Consumer, Vacation, Travel, Caregiver, Weather, Water, Parent, Eye, Safety, Fatigue, Death, Child, CDC

Families are kicking off the spring season with spring break trips, traveling from across the country to warmer weather.

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  • Families are kicking off the spring season with spring break trips, traveling from across the country to warmer weather.
  • As parents tackle their packing and planning to-do lists, Big Blue Swim School reminds all caregivers to check off reviewing water and swim safety tips for the whole family.
  • Big Blue Swim School offers the following tips to make sure that families remain safe around the water this spring break:
    Remember, lifeguards are not babysitters.
  • Even with this important safety system in place at pools or beaches, adult supervision around water is essential.

Fluidra Launches its €20 Million Venture Capital Fund, the First to Specialize in Pool and Wellness Startups

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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Fluidra, a global leader in connected equipment and solutions for the pool and wellness sector, is launching Fluidra Ventures, a €20 million corporate venture capital fund (CVC) investment to lead innovation in the sector.

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  • Fluidra, a global leader in connected equipment and solutions for the pool and wellness sector, is launching Fluidra Ventures, a €20 million corporate venture capital fund (CVC) investment to lead innovation in the sector.
  • The goal of this first three-year phase is to build a solid portfolio of startups through investing in innovative companies.
  • The CVC will target startup initiatives that enhance efficiency, connectivity, sustainability and safety in the swimming pool and wellness business, leveraging IoT, computer vision and robotic solutions.
  • It is looking for startups that add value to the pool and wellness sector with innovative business models, fostering direct customer interaction through sales, subscriptions and other channels.

Vista Outdoor Confirms Receipt of Indication of Interest from MNC Capital

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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Vista Outdoor’s Board of Directors remains committed to acting in the best interests of Vista Outdoor stockholders.

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  • Vista Outdoor’s Board of Directors remains committed to acting in the best interests of Vista Outdoor stockholders.
  • Vista Outdoor stockholders do not need to take any action at this time.
  • Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC is acting as sole financial adviser to Vista Outdoor and Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP is acting as legal adviser to Vista Outdoor.
  • Moelis & Company LLC is acting as sole financial adviser to the independent directors of Vista Outdoor and Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP is acting as legal adviser to the independent directors of Vista Outdoor.

SMBC Announces Building Resilient Futures to Enrich Youth Through the Power of the Outdoors

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
Sports, Finance, Teens, Banking, Children, Professional Services, Outdoors, Consumer, Internet, Poverty, American Camp Association, Education, BRF, Building, ACA, Growth, Learning, Communication, Corporate social responsibility, Character, School, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, Outward Bound USA, Swimming, Organization, Camper, SMBC, Outward Bound, Music, Environment, Football, Partnership, Tourism

The Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) Global Foundation, part of SMBC Group, is helping increase access to outdoor-based programs that develop resiliency and enable younger generations to lead bright futures with the launch of SMBC Building Resilient Futures (BRF), announced today.

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  • The Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) Global Foundation, part of SMBC Group, is helping increase access to outdoor-based programs that develop resiliency and enable younger generations to lead bright futures with the launch of SMBC Building Resilient Futures (BRF), announced today.
  • SMBC’s pilot commitment will support an estimated 750 youths this year, in partnership with American Camp Association, Change Summer, and Outward Bound.
  • The partnership will offer access to outdoor programs that aim to enhance confidence, character, and well-being through a deeper connection to peers and the outdoors.
  • Following the inaugural BRF cohort, SMBC plans to expand the program to serve more young people across the Americas.