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Venture Guides Launches Sales Academy to Accelerate Portfolio Company Growth

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

Venture Guides , an early stage venture capital firm focused on team-based investing and guiding, today announced the launch of Venture Guides’ Sales Academy for Leadership, Excellence, and Success (VG SALES) designed to accelerate sales for its portfolio companies with trained and motivated sales professionals, ready to join fast growing tech startups.

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  • Venture Guides , an early stage venture capital firm focused on team-based investing and guiding, today announced the launch of Venture Guides’ Sales Academy for Leadership, Excellence, and Success (VG SALES) designed to accelerate sales for its portfolio companies with trained and motivated sales professionals, ready to join fast growing tech startups.
  • With a steadfast commitment to fostering the success of its portfolio companies, Venture Guides recognizes the critical role of sales execution in early, sustainable growth.
  • "At Venture Guides, we understand the challenges start-ups face when hiring, training, and launching a sales team," said Ben Nye, Co-founder and Managing Partner of Venture Guides.
  • Our sales academy is one of the many ways we help our portfolio companies; leveraging decades of proven, hands-on experience as operators and company builders.”
    “The VG SALES program underscores Venture Guides' commitment to providing unparalleled support and strategic guidance to its portfolio companies,” said Naj Husain, Co-founder and CEO, Elastio .

Midea RAC Leads the Way in Sustainable Technology with New Energy-Efficient R290 Products Unveiled at MCE 2024

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Friday, March 29, 2024

MILAN, March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a significant stride towards eco-friendly comfort, Midea's Residential Air Conditioner Division (Midea RAC) unveiled its latest energy-saving R290 products at the Mostra Convegno Expocomfort (MCE) 2024 in Milan.

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  • MILAN, March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a significant stride towards eco-friendly comfort, Midea's Residential Air Conditioner Division (Midea RAC) unveiled its latest energy-saving R290 products at the Mostra Convegno Expocomfort (MCE) 2024 in Milan.
  • Midea RAC also co-hosted a Fireside Chat with the leading global technology publication The Verge, inviting experts to share insights on sustainable technology and the adoption of heat pumps in Europe.
  • For 15 years, Midea has invested heavily in R&D to develop more R290-compatible HVAC (Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning) products, thereby reducing environmental harm.
  • With 6.2 million units already sold*, Midea's R290 products have reduced carbon dioxide emissions by 3.715 million tons so far.

Midea RAC Leads the Way in Sustainable Technology with New Energy-Efficient R290 Products Unveiled at MCE 2024

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Friday, March 29, 2024

MILAN, March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a significant stride towards eco-friendly comfort, Midea's Residential Air Conditioner Division (Midea RAC) unveiled its latest energy-saving R290 products at the Mostra Convegno Expocomfort (MCE) 2024 in Milan.

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  • MILAN, March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a significant stride towards eco-friendly comfort, Midea's Residential Air Conditioner Division (Midea RAC) unveiled its latest energy-saving R290 products at the Mostra Convegno Expocomfort (MCE) 2024 in Milan.
  • Midea RAC also co-hosted a Fireside Chat with the leading global technology publication The Verge, inviting experts to share insights on sustainable technology and the adoption of heat pumps in Europe.
  • For 15 years, Midea has invested heavily in R&D to develop more R290-compatible HVAC (Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning) products, thereby reducing environmental harm.
  • With 6.2 million units already sold*, Midea's R290 products have reduced carbon dioxide emissions by 3.715 million tons so far.

America’s Car-Mart Reports Third Quarter Fiscal 2024 Results

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Friday, March 8, 2024

ROGERS, Ark., March 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- America’s Car-Mart, Inc. (NASDAQ: CRMT) (“we,” “Car-Mart” or the “Company”), today reported financial results for the third quarter ended January 31, 2024.

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  • ROGERS, Ark., March 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- America’s Car-Mart, Inc. (NASDAQ: CRMT) (“we,” “Car-Mart” or the “Company”), today reported financial results for the third quarter ended January 31, 2024.
  • Note: Discussions in each section provide third quarter comparisons from fiscal year 2023 to fiscal year 2024.
  • SALES – Sales for the quarter were 11,664 units vs. 14,508 units, down 19.6% compared to the prior year quarter.
  • Sequentially, net charge-offs improved 40 basis points from 7.2% for the second quarter of fiscal 2024.

Knightscope Announces Bond Closing Date

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Monday, February 5, 2024

Knightscope, Inc. [Nasdaq: KSCP] (“Knightscope” or the “Company”), a leading developer of autonomous security robots (“ASRs”) and blue light emergency communication systems, today announces that it has targeted to close its Public Safety Infrastructure Bond Offering on March 14, 2024 (“3.14”).

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  • Knightscope, Inc. [Nasdaq: KSCP] (“Knightscope” or the “Company”), a leading developer of autonomous security robots (“ASRs”) and blue light emergency communication systems, today announces that it has targeted to close its Public Safety Infrastructure Bond Offering on March 14, 2024 (“3.14”).
  • The Company is offering 10% interest, paid in cash annually, on up to a 5-year bond.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240205644875/en/
    Knightscope Announces Bond Closing Date (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Proceeds from this bond offering provide Knightscope non-dilutive growth capital and at the same time provide our supporters an attractive return on investment.
  • We hope to begin to address that injustice through this bond offering while continuing to scale the Company up to profitability,” said William Santana Li, Chairman and CEO, Knightscope, Inc.
    Visit bond.knightscope.com to learn more.

Century Complete Announces Brand-New Homes Now Available in Haines City, Florida

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

HAINES CITY, Fla., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Century Communities, Inc.,—a top 10 national homebuilder, an industry leader in online home sales, and the highest-ranked homebuilder on Newsweek's list of America's Most Trustworthy Companies 2023—announced that its Century Complete brand is now selling two collections of single-family homes at Bradbury Creek in Haines City. Homes are now available for purchase online, starting in the low $300s at The Reserve and the mid $300s at The Collection.Featuring a versatile selection of one- and two-story floor plans, Bradbury Creek boasts desirable features, including open-concept layouts, patios, and walk-in closets in the primary suite. Both collections offer resort-style amenities, such as a pool with cabanas, a playground, and community parks—complete with picnic tables and gazebos. In total, Bradbury Creek will bring 200 new homesites to the Orlando metro, helping to fill the inventory need in the housing market. A model home is currently under construction and anticipated to open soon for tours. "We're honored to bring quality, affordable homes to Haines City," said Greg Huff, National President of Century Complete. "Bradbury Creek offers a great community near some of the most popular attractions in Orlando and outdoor recreation at Polk County's 550 lakes. Now is a great time for buyers to explore available homes and find their best fit."

Key Points: 
  • Homes are now available for purchase online, starting in the low $300s at The Reserve and the mid $300s at The Collection.
  • Featuring a versatile selection of one- and two-story floor plans, Bradbury Creek boasts desirable features, including open-concept layouts, patios, and walk-in closets in the primary suite.
  • "We're honored to bring quality, affordable homes to Haines City," said Greg Huff, National President of Century Complete.
  • Now is a great time for buyers to explore available homes and find their best fit."

America’s Car-Mart Reports Second Quarter 2024 Results

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

This required an increase in the allowance for credit losses which subsequently impacted the bottom line for the quarter.

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  • This required an increase in the allowance for credit losses which subsequently impacted the bottom line for the quarter.
  • SALES – Sales for the quarter were 15,162 units vs. 15,885 units, down 4.6% vs. the prior year quarter.
  • GROSS PROFIT – Gross profit per unit was $6,835 compared to $6,132 for the prior year’s second quarter.
  • SG&A per average account was $429 compared to $439 during the prior year’s second quarter.

EQS-News: ams OSRAM announces the offering of EUR 800 million equivalent senior notes as part of its recently presented financing plan

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

Premstaetten, Austria, and Munich, Germany (13 November 2023) – ams OSRAM (SIX: AMS) announced today the launch of an offering of EUR 800 million equivalent aggregate principal amount of senior unsecured notes, comprising euro denominated senior unsecured notes due March 2029 and dollar denominated senior unsecured notes due March 2029 (together, the "Notes") as part of its recently presented financing plan.

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  • Premstaetten, Austria, and Munich, Germany (13 November 2023) – ams OSRAM (SIX: AMS) announced today the launch of an offering of EUR 800 million equivalent aggregate principal amount of senior unsecured notes, comprising euro denominated senior unsecured notes due March 2029 and dollar denominated senior unsecured notes due March 2029 (together, the "Notes") as part of its recently presented financing plan.
  • There will be no public offering of Notes in the United States of America.
  • Manufacturer target market (MIFID II product governance) for the Notes is eligible counterparties and professional clients only (all distribution channels).
  • This announcement may contain statements about ams OSRAM (the “Company”, and together with its subsidiaries the “Group”) that are or may be “forward-looking statements”.

Online Retail Platforms and Certifications Boost Consumer Confidence, Creating Opportunities for Rapid Growth in the Global Organic Feminine Care Market to 2031

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

GLOBAL SANITARY PADS ORGANIC FEMININE CARE MARKET, BY SIZE, 2021-2031 ($MILLION)

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  • GLOBAL SANITARY PADS ORGANIC FEMININE CARE MARKET, BY SIZE, 2021-2031 ($MILLION)
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  • NORTH AMERICA SANITARY PADS ORGANIC FEMININE CARE MARKET, BY SIZE, 2021-2031 ($MILLION)
    TABLE 34.
  • NORTH AMERICA TAMPONS ORGANIC FEMININE CARE MARKET, BY SIZE, 2021-2031 ($MILLION)
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  • NORTH AMERICA MENSTRUAL CUPS ORGANIC FEMININE CARE MARKET, BY SIZE, 2021-2031 ($MILLION)
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Philips successfully prices offering of Notes for EUR 500 million to be used for repayment of existing debt, resulting in a debt-neutral effect

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023

THERE IS NO INTENTION TO REGISTER ANY SECURITIES REFERRED TO HEREIN IN THE UNITED STATES OR TO CONDUCT A PUBLIC OFFERING OF SECURITIES IN THE UNITED STATES.

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  • THERE IS NO INTENTION TO REGISTER ANY SECURITIES REFERRED TO HEREIN IN THE UNITED STATES OR TO CONDUCT A PUBLIC OFFERING OF SECURITIES IN THE UNITED STATES.
  • Any person who is not a relevant person should not act or rely on this press release or any of its contents.
  • Manufacturer target market (MIFID II and UK MiFIR product governance) is eligible counterparties and professional clients only (all distribution channels).
  • No PRIIPs or UK PRIIPs key information document (KID) has been prepared as not available to retail in EEA or UK.