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5E Advanced Materials Commences Commercial Production At 5E Boron Americas Complex

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HESPERIA, Calif., April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 5E Advanced Materials, Inc. (Nasdaq: FEAM) (ASX: 5EA) (“5E” or the “Company”), a boron and lithium company with U.S. government Critical Infrastructure designation for its 5E Boron Americas Complex, today announced the Company’s operations team has successfully commissioned the facility and has launched full commercial operations.

Key Points: 
  • HESPERIA, Calif., April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 5E Advanced Materials, Inc. (Nasdaq: FEAM) (ASX: 5EA) (“5E” or the “Company”), a boron and lithium company with U.S. government Critical Infrastructure designation for its 5E Boron Americas Complex, today announced the Company’s operations team has successfully commissioned the facility and has launched full commercial operations.
  • 5E Boron Americas Complex is fully commissioned and has now transitioned to operational status.
  • Susan Brennan, Chief Executive Officer at 5E Advanced Materials, stated, “I am proud to announce that 5E has achieved the most significant milestone in our Company’s history, as we have recently commenced commercial production of boric acid at the 5E Boron America’s Complex.
  • 5E Advanced Materials will continue to keep its various stakeholders informed as commercial production progresses in April and as operations advance.

Sow Good Appoints Brendon Fischer as Interim Chief Financial Officer

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IRVING, Texas, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sow Good Inc. (OTCQB: SOWG) ("Sow Good" or “the Company”), a trailblazer in the freeze dried candy and treat industry, announced today that Brendon Fischer has been appointed as the Company’s interim chief financial officer (CFO), following the resignation of the Company’s former CFO, Keith Terreri.

Key Points: 
  • IRVING, Texas, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sow Good Inc. (OTCQB: SOWG) ("Sow Good" or “the Company”), a trailblazer in the freeze dried candy and treat industry, announced today that Brendon Fischer has been appointed as the Company’s interim chief financial officer (CFO), following the resignation of the Company’s former CFO, Keith Terreri.
  • Fischer first joined the Sow Good team in June 2023, bringing over 20 years of leadership experience in financial analysis, shareholder communications, and regulatory compliance with public and private companies.
  • Before joining Sow Good, Fischer served as the chief investment officer, managing director, and chief compliance officer of Fischer Capital Management, an investment advisory firm he founded in 2018.
  • We would like to thank Keith for his time at Sow Good and wish him all the best in his future endeavors.”

COMSTOCK RESOURCES, INC. ANNOUNCES UPSIZE AND PRICING OF $400.0 MILLION OFFERING OF SENIOR NOTES DUE 2029

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Sale, Security (finance), Note, CRK

FRISCO, TX, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Comstock Resources, Inc. (NYSE:CRK) ("Comstock" or the "Company") announced today the pricing of its private placement of new 6.75% senior unsecured notes due 2029 in the aggregate amount of $400.0 million, which was increased from the originally proposed $375.0 million (the "Notes").

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  • FRISCO, TX, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Comstock Resources, Inc. (NYSE:CRK) ("Comstock" or the "Company") announced today the pricing of its private placement of new 6.75% senior unsecured notes due 2029 in the aggregate amount of $400.0 million, which was increased from the originally proposed $375.0 million (the "Notes").
  • The Notes will be issued at 93% of par.
  • The offering is expected to close on April 9, 2024, subject to customary closing conditions.
  • The aggregate net proceeds from the sale of the Notes are expected to be approximately $365.0 million, after deducting the initial purchasers' discounts and other offering expenses.

Occidental to Announce First Quarter Results Tuesday, May 7, 2024; Hold Conference Call Wednesday, May 8, 2024

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HOUSTON, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Occidental (NYSE: OXY) will announce its first quarter 2024 financial results after close of market on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, and will hold a conference call to discuss results on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 1 p.m. Eastern/12 p.m. Central.

Key Points: 
  • HOUSTON, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Occidental (NYSE: OXY) will announce its first quarter 2024 financial results after close of market on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, and will hold a conference call to discuss results on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 1 p.m. Eastern/12 p.m. Central.
  • The conference call may be accessed by calling 1-866-871-6512 (international callers dial 1-412-317-5417) or via webcast at oxy.com/investors.
  • First quarter 2024 financial results will be available through the Investor Relations section of the company’s website.
  • A recording of the webcast will be posted on the website within several hours after the call is completed.

HeartSciences to Present at the LD Micro Invitational XIV Conference

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Intelligence, Sofitel New York Hotel, HSCS, Conference

Southlake, TX, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Heart Test Laboratories, Inc. d/b/a HeartSciences  (Nasdaq: HSCS; HSCSW) ("HeartSciences" or the "Company"), an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered medical technology company focused on transforming ECGs/EKGs to save lives through earlier detection of heart disease, today announced that Chief Executive Officer Andrew Simpson is scheduled to present at the LD Micro Invitational XIV Conference on Tuesday April 9, 2024 at 5:00pm ET at the Sofitel New York.

Key Points: 
  • Southlake, TX, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Heart Test Laboratories, Inc. d/b/a HeartSciences  (Nasdaq: HSCS; HSCSW) ("HeartSciences" or the "Company"), an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered medical technology company focused on transforming ECGs/EKGs to save lives through earlier detection of heart disease, today announced that Chief Executive Officer Andrew Simpson is scheduled to present at the LD Micro Invitational XIV Conference on Tuesday April 9, 2024 at 5:00pm ET at the Sofitel New York.
  • Mr. Simpson will also be hosting one-on-one meetings through the conference.

Dave & Buster's Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year End 2023 Financial Results

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Adjusted EBITDA of $151.8 million, or 25.3% of revenue, in the quarter increased 9.7% from the fourth quarter of 2022.

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  • Adjusted EBITDA of $151.8 million, or 25.3% of revenue, in the quarter increased 9.7% from the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • The 14th week in the fourth quarter, also the 53rd week in the fiscal year, contributed $39.5 million in revenue.
  • The Company opened six new Dave & Buster's stores in the fourth quarter for a total of 16 new stores (11 Dave & Buster's and 5 Main Events) in fiscal 2023.
  • Fourth quarter 2023 pro forma combined comparable store sales compares the 14-week period of the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023 to the most comparable 14-week period of fiscal 2022 and 2019, respectively.

Capital Southwest Receives Affirmed Investment Grade Rating from Moody’s Investors Service

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Acquisition, Capital, Growth

DALLAS, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Capital Southwest Corporation (“Capital Southwest,” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: CSWC), an internally managed business development company focused on providing flexible financing solutions to support the acquisition and growth of middle market businesses, today announced that Moody’s Investors Service, Inc. (“Moody’s”) has affirmed Capital Southwest’s investment grade long-term issuer rating of Baa3 with a stable outlook.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Capital Southwest Corporation (“Capital Southwest,” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: CSWC), an internally managed business development company focused on providing flexible financing solutions to support the acquisition and growth of middle market businesses, today announced that Moody’s Investors Service, Inc. (“Moody’s”) has affirmed Capital Southwest’s investment grade long-term issuer rating of Baa3 with a stable outlook.
  • Factors cited by Moody’s in support of its rating include Capital Southwest’s strong capitalization and diverse funding profile, first-lien oriented investment portfolio, recurring earnings generation, and internally managed structure.
  • Moody’s stated that its stable outlook for its rating reflects its expectation that Capital Southwest’s core profitability will continue to benefit from elevated reference rates, that the Company will maintain adequate liquidity to meet potential liquidity needs, and that regulatory leverage will be maintained within or below the Company’s target range.

Rackspace Technology Participates in Google Cloud Next as a Signature Sponsor to Showcase the Company's Google Cloud Offerings and Partnerships

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In addition, Shefali Victors, Senior Cloud Practice Architect at Rackspace Technology, will lead a Theater Session, "Build a Secure Architecture Design on Google Cloud" on Tuesday, April 9.

Key Points: 
  • In addition, Shefali Victors, Senior Cloud Practice Architect at Rackspace Technology, will lead a Theater Session, "Build a Secure Architecture Design on Google Cloud" on Tuesday, April 9.
  • Rackspace top talent backed by recognized Google Cloud expertise:
    ISG Provider Lens™ 2023 Leader in Managed Services and Implementation and Integration Services on Google Cloud.
  • Rackspace holds three Google Cloud Specializations for Infrastructure - Services, Cloud Migration - Services, and SAP on Google Cloud – Services.
  • With our cutting-edge Google Cloud and AI solutions, Rackspace helps customers cut costs, boost efficiency, and unlock data insights.

Maxwell Locke & Ritter Announces Sale of Affiliate Firm While Unveiling Brand Refresh and New Website—Reinforcing Commitment to the Future

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Austin, Texas, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Maxwell Locke & Ritter, a leading accounting and advisory firm based in Central Texas, is pleased to announce the strategic sale of its affiliate, ML&R Wealth Management, to Creative Planning.

Key Points: 
  • Austin, Texas, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Maxwell Locke & Ritter, a leading accounting and advisory firm based in Central Texas, is pleased to announce the strategic sale of its affiliate, ML&R Wealth Management, to Creative Planning.
  • This transition enables ML&R Wealth Management's clients to seamlessly move to a like-minded, people-centric investment firm while continuing to receive a comprehensive suite of financial services.
  • We're confident in their continued success in guiding their clients toward their financial goals through this new partnership.
  • With an unwavering dedication to their clients and future growth, Maxwell Locke & Ritter is also excited to announce a significant brand update and the launch of a new website.

Parks! America Needs Experienced Operators; Lisa Brady, the Current CEO, Isn’t One, states Focused Compounding Fund, L.P. in Open Letter

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DALLAS, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Focused Compounding Fund, L.P. (“Focused Compounding”) raises concerns about Parks! America, Inc.’s (OTCPink: PRKA) (“Parks! America” or the “Company”) Chief Executive Officer, Lisa Brady, and her lack of operational skills in an open letter to the Parks! America’s Board of Directors, and advises stockholders that they have a choice on the future direction of the Company at the Company’s annual meeting scheduled for June 6, 2024. Focused Compounding urges stockholders to vote for Focused Compounding’s nominated director candidates. The full text of the letter follows.

Key Points: 
  • America” or the “Company”) Chief Executive Officer, Lisa Brady, and her lack of operational skills in an open letter to the Parks!
  • Why are Focused Compounding (long a passive and supportive stockholder) and this Board fighting such a vicious fight over Parks!
  • Lisa was snuck in the back door as a director (not a manager) long after Focused Compounding bought 17% of the Company.
  • The break between Focused Compounding and the current board began when Dale (an experienced operator) was maneuvered out as CEO and Lisa (a non-operator) was chosen as CEO.