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COMPX REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2023 RESULTS

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Dallas, Texas, Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CompX International Inc. (NYSE American: CIX) announced today sales of $40.3 million for the third quarter of 2023 compared to $42.9 million in the same period of 2022.

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  • Dallas, Texas, Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CompX International Inc. (NYSE American: CIX) announced today sales of $40.3 million for the third quarter of 2023 compared to $42.9 million in the same period of 2022.
  • Operating income was $6.6 million in the third quarter of 2023 compared to $6.0 million in the same period of 2022.
  • For the nine months ended September 30, 2023, sales were $118.1 million compared to $126.6 million in the previous year.
  • Third quarter and year-to-date 2023 net sales decreased over the comparable 2022 periods predominantly due to lower Marine Components sales primarily to the towboat market, partially offset by higher Security Products sales in the third quarter of 2023.

COMPX REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2023 RESULTS

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Dallas, Texas, Aug. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CompX International Inc. (NYSE American: CIX) announced today sales of $36.6 million for the second quarter of 2023 compared to $41.6 million in the same period of 2022.

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  • Dallas, Texas, Aug. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CompX International Inc. (NYSE American: CIX) announced today sales of $36.6 million for the second quarter of 2023 compared to $41.6 million in the same period of 2022.
  • Operating income was $4.4 million in the second quarter of 2023 compared to $7.7 million in the same period of 2022.
  • Net income was $4.0 million, or $.33 per basic and diluted common share, for the second quarter of 2023 compared to $6.2 million, or $.50 per basic and diluted common share, in the same period of 2022.
  • Operating income decreased in the second quarter and first six months of 2023 compared to the same periods in 2022 primarily due to lower sales and gross margin in the second quarter of 2023 for both Security Products and Marine Components.

Mettler-Toledo International Inc. Reports Second Quarter 2023 Results

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Thursday, July 27, 2023

Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (NYSE: MTD) today announced second quarter results for 2023.

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  • Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (NYSE: MTD) today announced second quarter results for 2023.
  • In local currency, sales increased 2% in the quarter as currency reduced sales growth by 2%.
  • Included in the third quarter guidance is an estimated 3% headwind to Adjusted EPS growth due to adverse currency.
  • Included in the 2023 guidance is an estimated 3% to 4% headwind to Adjusted EPS growth due to adverse currency.

Mettler-Toledo International Inc. Reports First Quarter 2023 Results

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Thursday, May 4, 2023

Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (NYSE: MTD) today announced first quarter results for 2023.

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  • Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (NYSE: MTD) today announced first quarter results for 2023.
  • In local currency, sales increased 7% in the quarter as currency reduced sales growth by 4%.
  • Included in the second quarter guidance is an estimated 4% headwind to Adjusted EPS growth due to adverse currency.
  • Included in the 2023 guidance is an estimated 2% headwind to Adjusted EPS growth due to adverse currency.

Bee Vectoring Technologies Gains Momentum in Key Washington Blueberry Region Through Collaboration with Two Major Distributors

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023

These two collaborations will play a pivotal role in the Company's strategy to gain significant momentum in sales and business development in this key blueberry producing region.

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  • These two collaborations will play a pivotal role in the Company's strategy to gain significant momentum in sales and business development in this key blueberry producing region.
  • "These new relationships will help us gain momentum in the implementation of our sales strategy in this region.
  • Collaboration and partnerships with distributors play a pivotal role in our overall strategy to scale our presence in major markets, as we leverage distributors' existing relationships with growers.
  • Once we receive Canadian registration, we will leverage our relationships and success in Northwest Washington to expand into this major Canadian market.

COMPX REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2023 RESULTS

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Dallas, Texas, May 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CompX International Inc. (NYSE American: CIX) announced today sales of $41.2 million for the first quarter of 2023 compared to $42.1 million in the same period of 2022.

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  • Dallas, Texas, May 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CompX International Inc. (NYSE American: CIX) announced today sales of $41.2 million for the first quarter of 2023 compared to $42.1 million in the same period of 2022.
  • Operating income was $7.0 million in the first quarter of 2023 compared to $6.3 million in the same period of 2022.
  • Net income was $6.1 million, or $.49 per basic and diluted common share, for the first quarter of 2023 compared to $5.0 million, or $.40 per basic and diluted common share, in the same period of 2022.
  • Operating income increased during the first quarter of 2023 due to higher Marine Components sales and gross margins which more than offset lower Security Products sales.

COMPX REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER 2022 RESULTS

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023

Dallas, Texas, March 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CompX International Inc. (NYSE American: CIX) announced today sales of $40.0 million for the fourth quarter of 2022 compared to $34.1 million in the same period of 2021.

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  • Dallas, Texas, March 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CompX International Inc. (NYSE American: CIX) announced today sales of $40.0 million for the fourth quarter of 2022 compared to $34.1 million in the same period of 2021.
  • Operating income was $5.4 million in the fourth quarter of 2022 compared to $3.8 million in the same period of 2021.
  • Net income was $4.8 million, or $.39 per basic and diluted common share, for the fourth quarter of 2022 compared to $3.2 million, or $.25 per basic and diluted common share, in the same period of 2021.
  • Net sales for the year ended December 31, 2022 were $166.6 million compared to $140.8 million in the previous year.

Mettler-Toledo International Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter 2022 Results

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (NYSE: MTD) today announced fourth quarter results for 2022.

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  • Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (NYSE: MTD) today announced fourth quarter results for 2022.
  • In local currency, sales increased 9% in the quarter as currency reduced sales growth by 7%.
  • Patrick Kaltenbach, President and Chief Executive Officer, stated, “We finished the year with excellent sales growth in the fourth quarter, and benefited from very good broad-based growth across geographic regions and product categories.
  • Included in the first quarter guidance is an estimated 6% headwind to Adjusted EPS growth due to adverse currency.

The Worldwide Paraben Industry is Projected to Reach $164.8 Million by 2031

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023

The parabens market was valued at $91.1 million in 2021, and is projected to reach $164.8 million by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 6.2% from 2022 to 2031.

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  • The parabens market was valued at $91.1 million in 2021, and is projected to reach $164.8 million by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 6.2% from 2022 to 2031.
  • They are used in cosmetics, creams, and other items to inhibit the growth of fungus, bacteria, and other microorganisms.
  • This report provides a quantitative analysis of the market segments, current trends, estimations, and dynamics of the paraben market analysis from 2021 to 2031 to identify the prevailing paraben market opportunities.
  • The report includes the analysis of the regional as well as global paraben market trends, key players, market segments, application areas, and market growth strategies.

Philip Morris International Inc. Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend of $1.27 Per Share

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Thursday, December 8, 2022

The Board of Directors of Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE: PM) today declared a regular quarterly dividend of $1.27 per common share, payable on January 11, 2023, to shareholders of record as of December 22, 2022.

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  • The Board of Directors of Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE: PM) today declared a regular quarterly dividend of $1.27 per common share, payable on January 11, 2023, to shareholders of record as of December 22, 2022.
  • For more details on stock, dividends and other information, see www.pmi.com/dividend .
  • Philip Morris International (PMI) is a leading international tobacco company working to deliver a smoke-free future and evolving its portfolio for the long term to include products outside of the tobacco and nicotine sector.
  • The companys current product portfolio primarily consists of cigarettes and smoke-free products, including heat-not-burn, vapor and oral nicotine products, which are sold in markets outside the U.S.