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George Medicines appoints Amy Carroll as Senior Vice President of Medical Affairs - ForexTV

George Medicines appoints Amy Carroll as Senior Vice President of Medical Affairs London, UK, 3 February 2025 – George Medicines, a late-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on addressing significant unmet needs in cardiometabolic disease, today announces the appointment of Amy Carroll, Ph.D., as Senior Vice President of Medical Affairs, effective immediately. Amy brings over 20 years’ experience in medical affairs from leading global pharmaceutical companies, where she has successfully built and directed medical affairs teams, leading product launches across multiple therapeutic areas including cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. Amy joins George Medicines from Lexicon Pharmaceuticals where she was Vice President, Head of Medical Affairs, serving as a key subject matter expert for internal and external collaborations in cardiorenal and metabolic diseases. During her time there, the company launched its first-in class SGLT1/2 inhibitor, sotagliflozin, for the treatment of heart failure. Prior to Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Amy held senior medical affairs positions at multiple pharmaceutical companies including Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen Pharmaceuticals and Zealand Pharma, where she built and led medical affairs teams, developing strategic partnerships with key opinion leaders, and supported multiple successful product launches. Amy holds a Ph.D. in biochemistry and molecular biology from the University of Maine and a B.A. in biology from the University of San Diego. Mark Mallon, Chief Executive Officer of George Medicines, said: “Amy’s extensive track record within pharma, leading medical affairs functions and external stakeholder engagement will be invaluable to George Medicines and vital in our activities for the commercialization of GMRx2. We are delighted to welcome her to the team.” Amy Carroll, Ph.D., Senior Vice President of Medical Affairs at George Medicines, said: “I am excited to join George Medicines at such a pivotal time in its development. The company’s lead candidate, GMRx2, has the potential to play a crucial role in addressing the global burden of hypertension and improving patient outcomes. I look forward to working with the team to realize its full potential.” Ends About George Medicines George Medicines is a late-stage biopharmaceutical company addressing significant unmet need in the treatment of cardiometabolic diseases with innovative combinations of best-in-class existing treatments, designed for optimal efficacy and safety. Combining best-in-class molecules from existing medicines in novel low-dose formulations, George Medicines is developing innovative and proprietary treatments to be more efficacious, safer and accessible than currently available treatment options. These multi-mechanism, single-pill combinations offer the potential to bring significant improvements in clinical outcomes and therapy adherence in patients with cardiometabolic disorders, including hypertension and diabetes, each of which remain the leading causes of premature death and disability worldwide. For more information, please visit www.george-medicines.com. Media contacts ICR Healthcare David Daley, Lindsey Neville, Tom Daniel georgemedicines@icrhealthcare.com; Tel: +44 (0) 203 709 5700

Saia Reports Fourth Quarter Results - ForexTV

JOHNS CREEK, Ga., Feb. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saia, Inc. (Nasdaq: SAIA), a leading transportation provider offering national less-than-truckload (LTL), non-asset truckload, expedited and logistics services, today reported fourth quarter 2024 financial results. Diluted earnings per share for the quarter were $2.84 compared to $3.33 in the fourth quarter of 2023. Full year diluted earnings per share were $13.51 in 2024 compared to $13.26 in 2023. Highlights from the fourth quarter and full year operating results were as follows: Fourth Quarter 2024 Compared to Fourth Quarter 2023 Results Revenue was $789.0 million, a 5.0% increaseOperating income was $101.5 million, a 9.9% decreaseOperating ratio of 87.1% compared to 85.0%LTL shipments per workday increased 4.5%LTL tonnage per workday increased 8.3%LTL revenue per hundredweight, excluding fuel surcharge revenue, decreased 2.3%LTL revenue per shipment, excluding fuel surcharge revenue, increased 1.3% Full Year 2024 Compared to Full Year 2023 Results Revenue was $3.2 billion, an 11.4% increaseOperating income was $482.2 million, a 4.7% increaseOperating ratio of 85.0% compared to 84.0%LTL shipments per workday increased 11.5%LTL tonnage per workday increased 8.0%LTL revenue per hundredweight, excluding fuel surcharge revenue, increased 4.3%LTL revenue per shipment, excluding fuel surcharge revenue, increased 1.1% Saia President and CEO, Fritz Holzgrefe, commented on the year stating, “I am pleased with the progress we made this year, as we opened 21 new terminals and relocated 9 others, further enhancing our service offerings in both new and existing markets. We are proud to bring our 100th year in operation to a close with 214 terminals and our ability to provide direct service to all 48 contiguous states, positioning us as a leading national carrier. We remain focused on operational excellence and are pleased with customer acceptance thus far. We onboarded approximately 1,300 new team members during the year and closed 2024 with over 15,000 employees company-wide.” Executive Vice President and CFO, Matt Batteh, noted that, “2024 represented a record level of investment in the business, with over $1 billion in capital expenditures. Investments in real estate, equipment, technology, and most importantly, our people, represent our continued commitment to our long-term growth strategy. With 214 facilities and a national footprint, our value proposition to our customers has never been stronger.”  Financial Position and Capital Expenditures We ended 2024 with $19.5 million of cash on hand and total debt of $200.3 million, which compares to $296.2 million of cash on hand and total debt of $16.5 million at December 31, 2023. Net capital expenditures were $1,040.9 million during 2024, compared to $437.2 million in net capital expenditures during 2023. 2024 capital expenditures include $235.7 million to secure properties as part of the Yellow Corporation auction process. In 2025, we anticipate that net capital expenditures will be over $700 million, subject to ongoing evaluation of market conditions. Conference Call Management will hold a conference call to discuss quarterly results today at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. To participate in the call, please dial 1-877-317-6789 and request to join the Saia, Inc. call. Callers should dial in five to ten minutes in advance of the conference call. This call will be webcast live via the Company website at www.saia.com/about-us/investor-relations/financial-releases. A replay of the call will be offered two hours after the completion of the call through March 3, 2025 at 11:59 P.M. Eastern Time. The replay will be available by dialing 1-877-344-7529 referencing conference ID #9091018. Saia, Inc. (NASDAQ: SAIA) offers customers a wide range of less-than-truckload, non-asset truckload, expedited and logistics services. With headquarters in Georgia, Saia LTL Freight operates 214 terminals with national service. For more information on Saia, Inc. visit the Investor Relations section at www.saia.com/about-us/investor-relations. Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements The Securities and Exchange Commission encourages companies to disclose forward-looking information so that investors can better understand the future prospects of a company and make informed investment decisions. This news release may contain these types of statements, which are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Words such as “anticipate,” “estimate,” “expect,” “project,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “predict,” “believe,” “should,” “potential” and similar words or expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements and the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, except as required by law. All forward-looking statements reflect the present expectation of future events of our management as of the date of this news release and are subject to a number of important factors, risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in any forward-looking statements. These factors, risks, uncertainties and assumptions include, but are not limited to, (1) general economic conditions including downturns or inflationary periods in the business cycle; (2) operation within a highly competitive industry and the adverse impact from downward pricing pressures, including in connection with fuel surcharges, and other factors; (3) industry-wide external factors largely out of our control; (4) cost and availability of qualified drivers, dock workers, mechanics and other employees, purchased transportation and fuel; (5) inflationary increases in operating expenses and corresponding reductions of profitability; (6) cost and availability of diesel fuel and fuel surcharges; (7) cost and availability of insurance coverage and claims expenses and other expense volatility, including for personal injury, cargo loss and damage, workers’ compensation, employment and group health plan claims; (8) failure to successfully execute the strategy to expand our service geography; (9) unexpected liabilities resulting from the acquisition of real estate assets; (10) costs and liabilities from the disruption in or failure of our technology or equipment essential to our operations, including as a result of cyber incidents, security breaches, malware or ransomware attacks; (11) failure to keep pace with technological developments; (12) liabilities and costs arising from the use of artificial intelligence; (13) labor relations, including the adverse impact should a portion of our workforce become unionized; (14) cost, availability and resale value of real property and revenue equipment; (15) supply chain disruption and delays on new equipment delivery; (16) capacity and highway infrastructure constraints; (17) risks arising from international business operations and relationships; (18) seasonal factors, harsh weather and disasters caused by climate change; (19) economic declines in the geographic regions or industries in which our customers operate; (20) the creditworthiness of our customers and their ability to pay for services; (21) our need for capital and uncertainty of the credit markets; (22) the possibility of defaults under our debt agreements, including violation of financial covenants; (23) inaccuracies and changes to estimates and assumptions used in preparing our financial statements; (24) failure to operate and grow acquired businesses in a manner that support the value allocated to acquired businesses; (25) dependence on key employees; (26) employee turnover from changes to compensation and benefits or market factors; (27) increased costs of healthcare benefits; (28) damage to our reputation from adverse publicity, including from the use of or impact from social media; (29) failure to make future acquisitions or to achieve acquisition synergies; (30) the effect of litigation and class action lawsuits arising from the operation of our business, including the possibility of claims or judgments in excess of our insurance coverages or that result in increases in the cost of insurance coverage or that preclude us from obtaining adequate insurance coverage in the future; (31) the potential of higher corporate taxes and new regulations, including with respect to climate change, employment and labor law, healthcare and securities regulation; (32) the effect of governmental regulations, including hours of service and licensing compliance for drivers, engine emissions, the Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) initiative, regulations of the Food and Drug Administration and Homeland Security, and healthcare and environmental regulations; (33) unforeseen costs from new and existing data privacy laws; (34) costs from new and existing laws regarding how to classify workers; (35) changes in accounting and financial standards or practices; (36) widespread outbreak of an illness or any other communicable disease; (37) international conflicts and geopolitical instability; (38) increasing investor and customer sensitivity to social and sustainability issues, including climate change; (39) provisions in our governing documents and Delaware law that may have anti-takeover effects; (40) issuances of equity that would dilute stock ownership; (41) weakness, disruption or loss of confidence in financial or credit markets; and (42) other financial, operational and legal risks and uncertainties detailed from time to time in the Company’s SEC filings. As a result of these and other factors, no assurance can be given as to our future results and achievements. Accordingly, a forward-looking statement is neither a prediction nor a guarantee of future events or circumstances and those future events or circumstances may not occur. You should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this news release. We are under no obligation, and we expressly disclaim any obligation, to update or alter any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as otherwise required by law. CONTACT:    Saia, Inc.Matthew BattehExecutive Vice President and Chief Financial OfficerInvestors@saia.com    Saia, Inc. and SubsidiariesCondensed Consolidated Balance Sheets(Amounts in thousands)(Unaudited)     December 31, 2024 December 31, 2023Assets       Current Assets:   Cash and cash equivalents$19,473  $296,215 Accounts receivable, net 322,991   311,742 Prepaid expenses and other 93,305   40,737 Total current assets 435,769   648,694     Property and Equipment:   Cost 3,790,069   2,881,800 Less: accumulated depreciation 1,233,134   1,118,492 Net property and equipment 2,556,935   1,763,308 Operating Lease Right-of-Use Assets 126,828   118,734 Other Assets 47,325   52,829 Total assets$3,166,857  $2,583,565     Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity       Current Liabilities:   Accounts payable$114,560  $141,877 Wages, vacation and employees' benefits 49,953   75,514 Other current liabilities 81,162   68,735 Current portion of long-term debt 5,313   10,173 Current portion of operating lease liability 27,372   25,757 Total current liabilities 278,360   322,056     Other Liabilities:   Long-term debt, less current portion 194,981   6,315 Operating lease liability, less current portion 96,798   96,462 Deferred income taxes 219,062   155,841 Claims, insurance and other 66,385   61,397 Total other liabilities 577,226   320,015     Stockholders' Equity:   Common stock 27   27 Additional paid-in capital 295,106   285,092 Deferred compensation trust (7,981)  (5,679)Retained earnings 2,024,119   1,662,054 Total stockholders' equity 2,311,271   1,941,494 Total liabilities and stockholders' equity$3,166,857  $2,583,565      Saia, Inc. and SubsidiariesConsolidated Statements of OperationsFor the Quarters and Years Ended December 31, 2024 and 2023(Amounts in thousands, except per share data)(Unaudited)     Fourth Quarter Years  2024   2023   2024   2023 Operating Revenue$788,952  $751,132  $3,209,074  $2,881,433         Operating Expenses:       Salaries, wages and employees' benefits 375,760   345,831   1,487,847   1,301,280 Purchased transportation 58,168   65,444   237,306   238,688 Fuel, operating expenses and supplies 153,467   144,291   629,402   563,688 Operating taxes and licenses 20,727   18,002   80,128   69,542 Claims and insurance 22,084   18,945   77,649   67,984 Depreciation and amortization 54,064   45,689   210,105   178,845 Other operating, net 3,198   267   4,477   910 Total operating expenses 687,468   638,469   2,726,914   2,420,937         Operating Income 101,484   112,663   482,160   460,496         Nonoperating (Income) Expenses:       Interest expense 2,979   935   8,930   2,535 Interest income (139)  (3,158)  (1,049)  (6,208)Other, net (155)  (722)  (1,729)  (2,058)Nonoperating (income) expenses, net 2,685   (2,945)  6,152   (5,731)        Income Before Income Taxes 98,799   115,608   476,008   466,227 Income Tax Provision 22,696   26,380   113,943   111,370 Net Income$76,103  $89,228  $362,065  $354,857         Weighted average common shares outstanding - basic 26,699   26,648   26,689   26,632 Weighted average common shares outstanding - diluted 26,811   26,785   26,802   26,763         Basic earnings per share$2.85  $3.35  $13.57  $13.32 Diluted earnings per share$2.84  $3.33  $13.51  $13.26          Saia, Inc. and SubsidiariesCondensed Consolidated Statements of Cash FlowsFor the twelve months ended December 31, 2024 and 2023(Amounts in thousands)(Unaudited) Years  2024   2023 Operating Activities:   Net cash provided by operating activities$583,702  $577,945 Net cash provided by operating activities 583,702   577,945 Investing Activities:   Acquisition of property and equipment (1,043,557)  (439,879)Proceeds from disposal of property and equipment 2,694   2,727 Other 4,999   (11,544)Net cash used in investing activities (1,035,864)  (448,696)Financing Activities:   Borrowing of revolving credit facility, net 94,000   – Borrowing of private shelf agreement 100,000   – Proceeds from stock option exercises 2,574   4,875 Shares withheld for taxes (9,107)  (9,216)Other financing activity (12,047)  (16,083)Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities 175,420   (20,424)Net (Decrease) Increase in Cash and Cash Equivalents (276,742)  108,825 Cash and Cash Equivalents, beginning of period 296,215   187,390 Cash and Cash Equivalents, end of period$19,473  $296,215      Saia, Inc. and SubsidiariesFinancial InformationFor the Quarters Ended December 31, 2024 and 2023(Unaudited)                         Fourth Quarter     Fourth Quarter % Amount/Workday  %   2024   2023  Change  2024   2023  ChangeWorkdays       62   61     Operating ratio 87.1%  85.0%              LTL tonnage (1) 1,481   1,345   10.1   23.89   22.05   8.3 LTL shipments (1) 2,174   2,047   6.2   35.06   33.56   4.5 LTL revenue/cwt.$25.73  $27.21   (5.4)            LTL revenue/cwt., excluding fuel surcharge$21.96  $22.47   (2.3)            LTL revenue/shipment$350.51  $357.50   (2.0)            LTL revenue/shipment, excluding fuel surcharge$299.17  $295.22   1.3             LTL pounds/shipment 1,362   1,314   3.7             LTL length of haul (2) 898   895   0.3              (1)  In thousands.(2) In miles.Note: LTL operating statistics exclude transportation and logistics services where pricing is generally not determined by weight. The LTL operating statistics also exclude the adjustment required for financial statement purposes in accordance with the Company's revenue recognition policy.    Saia, Inc. and Subsidiaries Financial Information For the Years Ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 (Unaudited)                             Year Over Year    Year Over Year % Amount/Workday % 2024 2023 Change 2024 2023 ChangeWorkdays          254   252    Operating ratio 85.0%  84.0%            LTL tonnage (1) 6,037   5,543   8.9   23.77   22.00   8.0 LTL shipments (1) 8,988   7,997   12.4   35.39   31.73   11.5 LTL revenue/cwt.$25.89  $25.38   2.0          LTL revenue/cwt., excluding fuel surcharges$21.90  $20.99   4.3          LTL revenue/shipment$347.81  $351.90   (1.2)         LTL revenue/shipment, excluding fuel surcharges$294.23  $291.00   1.1          LTL pounds/shipment 1,343   1,386   (3.1)         LTL length of haul (2) 891   894   (0.3)          (1) In thousands.(2) In miles.

Tyson Foods Reports First Quarter 2025 Results - ForexTV

Delivers Year-Over-Year Top and Bottom-Line Growth; Raises Fiscal Year 2025 GuidanceSPRINGDALE, Ark., Feb. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE: TSN), one of the world’s largest food companies and a recognized leader in protein with leading brands including Tyson, Jimmy Dean, Hillshire Farm, Ball Park, Wright, Aidells, ibp and State Fair, reported the following results: (in millions, except per share data)First Quarter 2025 2024Sales$13,623 $13,319    Operating Income$580 $231Adjusted1 Operating Income (non-GAAP)$659 $411    Net Income Per Share Attributable to Tyson$1.01 $0.30Adjusted1 Net Income Per Share Attributable to Tyson (non-GAAP)$1.14 $0.69 1 The Company reports its financial results in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). As used in this table and throughout this earnings release, adjusted operating income and adjusted net income per share attributable to Tyson (Adjusted EPS) are non-GAAP financial measures. Refer to the end of this release for an explanation and reconciliation of these and other non-GAAP financial measures used in this release to comparable GAAP measures. First Quarter Highlights Sales of $13,623 million, up 2.3% from prior yearGAAP operating income of $580 million, up 151% from prior yearAdjusted operating income of $659 million, up 60% from prior yearGAAP EPS of $1.01, up 237% from prior yearAdjusted EPS of $1.14, up 65% from prior yearTotal Company GAAP operating margin of 4.3%Total Company adjusted operating margin (non-GAAP) of 4.8%Liquidity of $4.5 billion as of December 28, 2024Cash provided by operating activities of $1,031 million, down $269 million from prior yearFree cash flow (non-GAAP) of $760 million, down $186 million from prior year "Fiscal year 2025 is off to a strong start, as we delivered our third consecutive quarter of year-over-year growth in sales, operating income, and EPS," said Donnie King, President & CEO of Tyson Foods. "Our best quarterly performance in more than two years reflects improved execution across the business, including exceptional results in chicken. Consumers remain focused on adding protein to their diets, and our diversified multi-channel, multi-protein portfolio ensures we are well-positioned to meet this demand while reinforcing our leadership as a world-class food company." SEGMENT RESULTS (in millions) Sales(for the first quarter ended December 28, 2024, and December 30, 2023) First Quarter   VolumeAvg. Price 2025 2024 ChangeChangeBeef$5,335 $5,023 5.6%0.6%Pork 1,617  1,517 (0.4) %7.0%Chicken 4,065  4,033 1.5%(0.7) %Prepared Foods 2,473  2,543 (3.2) %0.4%International/Other 584  582 4.3%(4.0) %Intersegment Sales (451) (379)n/an/aTotal$       13,623  $       13,319   1.6 % 0.7 % Operating Income (Loss)(for the first quarter ended December 28, 2024, and December 30, 2023) First Quarter   Operating Margin 2025 2024 20252024Beef$(64)$(206)(1.2) %(4.1) %Pork 59  39 3.6%2.6%Chicken 351  177 8.6%4.4%Prepared Foods 209  243 8.5%9.6%International/Other 25  (22)n/an/aTotal$            580  $            231   4.3 % 1.7 %            ADJUSTED SEGMENT RESULTS (in millions) Adjusted Operating Income (Loss) (Non-GAAP)1(for the first quarter ended December 28, 2024, and December 30, 2023) First Quarter   Adjusted Operating Margin (Non-GAAP) 2025202420252024Beef$(32)$(117)(0.6) %(2.3) %Pork 59  68 3.6%4.5%Chicken 368  192 9.1%4.8%Prepared Foods 234  264 9.5%10.4%International/Other 30  4 n/an/aTotal$            659  $            411   4.8 % 3.1 %            OUTLOOK For fiscal 2025, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) indicates domestic protein production (beef, pork, chicken and turkey) will increase approximately 1% compared to fiscal 2024 levels. The following is a summary of the updated outlook for each of our segments, as well as an outlook for revenue, capital expenditures, net interest expense, liquidity, free cash flow and tax rate for fiscal 2025. Certain of the outlook numbers include adjusted operating income (loss) (a non-GAAP metric) for each segment. The Company is not able to reconcile its full-year fiscal 2025 projected adjusted results to its fiscal 2025 projected GAAP results because certain information necessary to calculate such measures on a GAAP basis is unavailable or dependent on the timing of future events outside of our control. Therefore, because of the uncertainty and variability of the nature of and the amount of any potential applicable future adjustments, which could be significant, the Company is unable to provide a reconciliation for these forward-looking non-GAAP measures without unreasonable effort. Adjusted operating income (loss) should not be considered a substitute for operating income (loss) or any other measures of financial performance reported in accordance with GAAP. Investors should rely primarily on the Company’s GAAP results and use non-GAAP financial measures only supplementally in making investment decisions. BeefUSDA projects domestic production will decrease approximately 1% in fiscal 2025 as compared to fiscal 2024. We anticipate adjusted operating loss between $(0.4) billion and $(0.2) billion in fiscal 2025. PorkUSDA projects domestic production will increase approximately 2% in fiscal 2025 as compared to fiscal 2024. We anticipate adjusted operating income of $0.1 billion to $0.2 billion in fiscal 2025. ChickenUSDA projects chicken production will increase approximately 2% in fiscal 2025 as compared to fiscal 2024. We anticipate adjusted operating income of $1.0 billion to $1.3 billion for fiscal 2025. Prepared FoodsWe anticipate adjusted operating income of $0.9 billion to $1.1 billion in fiscal 2025. International/OtherWe anticipate improved results from our foreign operations in fiscal 2025 on an adjusted basis. Total CompanyWe anticipate total company adjusted operating income of $1.9 billion to $2.3 billion for fiscal 2025. RevenueWe expect sales to be flat to up 1% in fiscal 2025 as compared to fiscal 2024. Capital ExpendituresWe expect capital expenditures between $1.0 billion and $1.2 billion for fiscal 2025. Capital expenditures include investments in profit improvement projects as well as projects for maintenance and repair. Net Interest ExpenseWe expect net interest expense to approximate $375 million for fiscal 2025. LiquidityWe expect total liquidity, which was $4.5 billion as of December 28, 2024, to remain above our minimum liquidity target of $1.0 billion. Free Cash FlowWe expect free cash flow to be between $1.0 billion and $1.6 billion for fiscal 2025. Tax RateWe currently expect our adjusted effective tax rate to approximate 25% for fiscal 2025.  TYSON FOODS, INC.CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED STATEMENTS OF INCOME(In millions, except per share data)(Unaudited)   Three Months Ended December 28, 2024 December 30, 2023Sales$13,623  $13,319 Cost of Sales 12,528   12,496 Gross Profit 1,095   823     Selling, General and Administrative 515   592 Operating Income 580   231 Other (Income) Expense:   Interest income (25)  (10)Interest expense 120   105 Other, net 7   (25)Total Other (Income) Expense 102   70 Income before Income Taxes 478   161 Income Tax Expense 112   47 Net Income 366   114 Less: Net Income Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests 7   7 Net Income Attributable to Tyson$359  $107     Net Income Per Share Attributable to Tyson:   Class A Basic$1.03  $0.31 Class B Basic$0.93  $0.28 Diluted$1.01  $0.30 Dividends Declared Per Share:   Class A$0.510  $0.500 Class B$0.459  $0.450     Sales Growth 2.3%  Margins: (Percent of Sales)   Gross Profit 8.0%  6.2%Operating Income 4.3%  1.7%Net Income Attributable to Tyson 2.6%  0.8%Effective Tax Rate 23.5%  29.4%         TYSON FOODS, INC.CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED BALANCE SHEETS(In millions)(Unaudited)     December 28, 2024 September 28, 2024Assets   Current Assets:   Cash and cash equivalents$2,292 $1,717Accounts receivable, net 2,323  2,406Inventories 5,114  5,195Other current assets 353  433Total Current Assets 10,082  9,751Net Property, Plant and Equipment 9,353  9,442Goodwill 9,805  9,819Intangible Assets, net 5,799  5,875Other Assets 2,271  2,213Total Assets$37,310 $37,100    Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity   Current Liabilities:   Current debt$95 $74Accounts payable 2,497  2,402Other current liabilities 2,188  2,311Total Current Liabilities 4,780  4,787Long-Term Debt 9,711  9,713Deferred Income Taxes 2,283  2,285Other Liabilities 1,909  1,801    Total Tyson Shareholders’ Equity 18,503  18,390Noncontrolling Interests 124  124Total Shareholders’ Equity 18,627  18,514    Total Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity$37,310 $37,100       TYSON FOODS, INC.CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS(In millions)(Unaudited)   Three Months Ended December 28, 2024 December 30, 2023Cash Flows From Operating Activities:   Net income$366  $114 Depreciation and amortization 348   373 Deferred income taxes (2)  (14)Other, net 78   129 Net changes in operating assets and liabilities 241   698 Cash Provided by Operating Activities 1,031   1,300     Cash Flows From Investing Activities:   Additions to property, plant and equipment (271)  (354)Purchases of marketable securities (15)  (7)Proceeds from sale of marketable securities 16   6 Acquisition of equity investments (2)  (26)Other, net 39   3 Cash Used for Investing Activities (233)  (378)    Cash Flows From Financing Activities:   Proceeds from issuance of debt 22   771 Payments on debt (42)  (32)Proceeds from issuance of commercial paper —   1,649 Repayments of commercial paper —   (2,240)Purchases of Tyson Class A common stock (15)  (13)Dividends (175)  (171)Stock options exercised 15   7 Other, net —   3 Cash Used for Financing Activities (195)  (26)Effect of Exchange Rate Changes on Cash (28)  15 Increase in Cash and Cash Equivalents and Restricted Cash 575   911 Cash and Cash Equivalents and Restricted Cash at Beginning of Year 1,717   573 Cash and Cash Equivalents and Restricted Cash at End of Period 2,292   1,484 Less: Restricted Cash at End of Period —   — Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period$2,292  $1,484      Non-GAAP Financial Measures Adjusted Operating Income (Loss), Adjusted Income before Income Taxes, Adjusted Income Tax Expense, Adjusted Net Income Attributable to Tyson and Adjusted EPS, EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, net debt to EBITDA, net debt to Adjusted EBITDA and Free Cash Flow are presented as supplemental financial measures in the evaluation of our business that are not required by, or presented in accordance with GAAP. The non-GAAP financial measures are tools intended to assist our management and investors in comparing our performance on a consistent basis for purposes of business decision-making by removing the impact of certain items that management believes do not directly reflect our core operations on an ongoing basis. These non-GAAP measures should not be a substitute for their comparable GAAP financial measures. Investors should rely primarily on our GAAP results and use non-GAAP financial measures only supplementally in making investment decisions. We believe the presentation of these non-GAAP financial measures helps management and investors to assess our operating performance from period to period, including our ability to generate earnings sufficient to service our debt, enhances understanding of our financial performance and highlights operational trends. These measures are widely used by investors and rating agencies in the valuation, comparison, rating and investment recommendations of companies. Our calculation of non-GAAP measures may not be comparable to similarly titled measures reported by other companies and other companies may not define these non-GAAP financial measures in the same way, which may limit their usefulness of comparative measures. Definitions EBITDA is defined as net income before interest, income taxes, depreciation and amortization. Net debt to EBITDA (Adjusted EBITDA) represents the ratio of our debt, net of cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments, to EBITDA (and to Adjusted EBITDA). EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, net debt to EBITDA and net debt to Adjusted EBITDA are presented as supplemental financial measurements in the evaluation of our business. Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted Operating Income (Loss), Adjusted Income before Income Taxes, Adjusted Income Tax Expense, Adjusted Net Income Attributable to Tyson and Adjusted EPS are defined as EBITDA, Operating Income (Loss), Income before Income Taxes, Income Tax Expense, Net Income Attributable to Tyson and diluted earnings per share, respectively, excluding the impacts of any items that management believes do not directly reflect our core operations on an ongoing basis. Free Cash Flow is defined as Cash Provided by Operating Activities minus payments for Property, Plant and Equipment.   TYSON FOODS, INC.GAAP Results to Non-GAAP Results Reconciliations(In millions, except per share data)(Unaudited) Results for the first quarter ended December 28, 2024 SalesCost of SalesSelling, General and AdministrativeOperating IncomeOther (Income) ExpenseIncome before Income TaxesIncome Tax ExpenseNet Income Attributable to TysonEPS ImpactGAAP Results   $580  $478 $112 $359 $1.01 Production facility fire insurance proceeds, net of costs incurred3—— — — (7) (7) (2) (5) (0.01)Brand discontinuation—— 6 6 —  6  2  4  0.01 Network optimization plan charges—71 2 73 —  73  17  56  0.16 The Netherlands facility4—— — — —  —  9  (9) (0.03)Adjusted Non-GAAP Results   $659  $550 $138 $405 $1.14           Results for the first quarter ended December 30, 2023 SalesCost of SalesSelling, General and AdministrativeOperating IncomeOther (Income) ExpenseIncome before Income TaxesIncome Tax ExpenseNet Income Attributable to TysonEPS ImpactGAAP Results   $231  $161 $47 $107 $0.30 Production facility fire insurance proceeds, net of costs incurred3—(24)— (24)(3) (27) (6) (21) (0.06)The Netherlands facility4—26 — 26 —  26  —  26  0.07 Restructuring and related charges—3 27 30 —  30  8  22  0.06 Plant closures and disposals—75 — 75 —  75  19  56  0.16 Legal contingency accruals—73 — 73 —  73  18  55  0.16 Adjusted Non-GAAP Results   $411  $338 $86 $245 $0.69                       TYSON FOODS, INC.Adjusted Operating Income (Loss) Non-GAAP Reconciliations(In millions)(Unaudited) Adjusted Operating Income (Loss)(for the first quarter ended December 28, 2024) BeefPorkChickenPrepared FoodsInternational/OtherTotalReported operating income (loss)$(64)$59$351$209$25$580Add: Brand discontinuation —  — 6 — — 6Add: Network optimization plan charges 32  — 11 25 5 73Adjusted operating income (loss)$(32)$59$368$234$30$659 Adjusted Operating Income (Loss)(for the first quarter ended December 30, 2023) BeefPorkChickenPrepared FoodsInternational/OtherTotalReported operating income (loss)$(206)$39$177 $243$(22)$231 Less: Production facility fire insurance proceeds, net of costs incurred3 —  — (24) — —  (24)Add: The Netherlands facility4 —  — —  — 26  26 Add: Restructuring and related charges 4  1 4  21 —  30 Add: Plant closures and disposals 40  — 35  — —  75 Add: Legal contingency accruals 45  28 —  — —  73 Adjusted operating income (loss)$(117)$68$192 $264$4 $411  TYSON FOODS, INC.EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Non-GAAP Reconciliations(In millions)(Unaudited)       Three Months Ended Fiscal Year Ended Twelve Months Ended December 28, 2024 December 30, 2023 September 28, 2024 December 28, 2024        Net income$366  $114  $822  $1,074 Less: Interest income (25)  (10)  (89)  (104)Add: Interest expense 120   105   481   496 Add: Income tax expense 112   47   270   335 Add: Depreciation 281   312   1,159   1,128 Add: Amortization2 64   59   229   234 EBITDA$918  $627  $2,872  $3,163         Adjustments to EBITDA:       Less: Production facility fire insurance proceeds, net of costs incurred3$(7) $(27) $(104) $(84)Add: Brand discontinuation 6   —   8   14 Add: Network optimization plan charges 73   —   —   73 Add: Restructuring and related charges —   30   31   1 Add: Plant closures and disposals —   75   182   107 Add: Legal contingency accruals —   73   174   101 Add: The Netherlands facility4 —   26   86   60 Less: Depreciation and amortization included in EBITDA adjustments5 (29)  (60)  (129)  (98)Total Adjusted EBITDA$961  $744  $3,120  $3,337         Total gross debt    $9,787  $9,806 Less: Cash and cash equivalents     (1,717)  (2,292)Less: Short-term investments     (10)  (1)Total net debt    $8,060  $7,513         Ratio Calculations:       Gross debt/EBITDA    3.4x 3.1xNet debt/EBITDA    2.8x 2.4x        Gross debt/Adjusted EBITDA    3.1x 2.9xNet debt/Adjusted EBITDA    2.6x 2.3x 2 Excludes the amortization of debt issuance and debt discount expense of $3 million and $2 million for the three months ended December 28, 2024 and December 30, 2023, respectively, and $12 million and $13 million for the fiscal year ended September 28, 2024 and the twelve months ended December 28, 2024, respectively, as it is included in interest expense. 3 Relates to a fire at a Chicken production facility in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2021. 4 Relates to a fire at our production facility in the Netherlands in the first quarter of fiscal 2024 and subsequent decision to sell the facility. 5 Removal of accelerated depreciation of $23 million related to network optimization plan charges for the three and twelve months ended December 28, 2024, $60 million related to plant closures and disposals for the three months ended December 30, 2023, $127 million related to plant closures and disposals for the twelve months ended September 28, 2024, and $67 million related to plant closures and disposals for the twelve months ended December 28, 2024 as they are already included in depreciation expense. Removal of accelerated amortization of $6 million, $2 million and $8 million related to brand discontinuation for the three months ended December 28, 2024, the twelve months ended September 28, 2024 and the twelve months ended December 28, 2024, respectively, as they are already included in amortization expense.  TYSON FOODS, INC.Free Cash Flow Non-GAAP Reconciliation(In millions)(Unaudited)   Three Months Ended December 28, 2024 December 30, 2023Cash Provided by Operating Activities$1,031  $1,300 Additions to property, plant and equipment (271)  (354)Free cash flow$760  $946          About Tyson Foods, Inc.Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE: TSN) is a world-class food company and recognized leader in protein. Founded in 1935 by John W. Tyson, it has grown under four generations of family leadership. The Company is unified by this purpose: Tyson Foods. We Feed the World Like Family™ and has a broad portfolio of iconic products and brands including Tyson®, Jimmy Dean®, Hillshire Farm®, Ball Park®, Wright®, State Fair®, Aidells® and ibp®. Tyson Foods is dedicated to bringing high-quality food to every table in the world, safely, sustainably, and affordably, now and for future generations. Headquartered in Springdale, Arkansas, the company had approximately 138,000 team members on September 28, 2024. Visit www.tysonfoods.com. Conference Call Information and Other Selected DataA conference call to discuss the Company's financial results will be held at 9 a.m. Eastern Monday, February 3, 2025. A link for the webcast of the conference call is available on the Tyson Investor Relations website at https://ir.tyson.com. The webcast also can be accessed by the following direct link: https://events.q4inc.com/attendee/124939454. For those who cannot participate at the scheduled time, a replay of the live webcast and the accompanying slides will be available at https://ir.tyson.com. A telephone replay will also be available until March 3, 2025, toll free at 1-877-344-7529, international toll 1-412-317-0088 or Canada toll free 855-669-9658. The replay access code is 7066265. Financial information, such as this news release, as well as other supplemental data, can be accessed from the Company's web site at https://ir.tyson.com. Forward-Looking StatementsCertain information in this release constitutes forward-looking statements as contemplated by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, current views and estimates of our outlook for fiscal 2025, other future economic circumstances, industry conditions in domestic and international markets, our performance and financial results (e.g., debt levels, return on invested capital, value-added product growth, capital expenditures, tax rates, access to foreign markets and dividend policy). These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of factors and uncertainties that could cause our actual results and experiences to differ materially from anticipated results and expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements. We wish to caution readers not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement and speak only as of the date made. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Among the factors that may cause actual results and experiences to differ from anticipated results and expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements are the following: (i) global pandemics have had, and may in the future have, an adverse impact on our business and operations; (ii) the effectiveness of financial excellence programs; (iii) access to foreign markets together with foreign economic conditions, including currency fluctuations, import/export restrictions and foreign politics; (iv) cyber attacks, other cyber incidents, security breaches or other disruptions of our information technology systems; (v) risks associated with our failure to consummate favorable acquisition transactions or integrate certain acquisitions’ operations; (vi) the Tyson Limited Partnership’s ability to exercise significant control over the Company; (vii) fluctuations in the cost and availability of inputs and raw materials, such as live cattle, live swine, feed grains (including corn and soybean meal) and energy; (viii) market conditions for finished products, including competition from other global and domestic food processors, supply and pricing of competing products and alternative proteins and demand for alternative proteins; (ix) outbreak of a livestock disease (such as African swine fever (ASF), avian influenza (AI) or bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE)), which could have an adverse effect on livestock we own, the availability of livestock we purchase, consumer perception of certain protein products or our ability to conduct our operations; (x) changes in consumer preference and diets and our ability to identify and react to consumer trends; (xi) effectiveness of advertising and marketing programs; (xii) significant marketing plan changes by large customers or loss of one or more large customers; (xiii) our ability to leverage brand value propositions; (xiv) changes in availability and relative costs of labor and contract farmers and our ability to maintain good relationships with team members, labor unions, contract farmers and independent producers providing us livestock; (xv) issues related to food safety, including costs resulting from product recalls, regulatory compliance and any related claims or litigation; (xvi) compliance with and changes to regulations and laws (both domestic and foreign), including changes in accounting standards, tax laws, environmental laws, agricultural laws and occupational, health and safety laws; (xvii) the effect of climate change and any legal or regulatory response thereto; (xviii) adverse results from litigation; (xix) risks associated with leverage, including cost increases due to rising interest rates or changes in debt ratings or outlook; (xx) impairment in the carrying value of our goodwill or indefinite life intangible assets; (xxi) our participation in a multiemployer pension plan; (xxii) volatility in capital markets or interest rates; (xxiii) risks associated with our commodity purchasing activities; (xxiv) the effect of, or changes in, general economic conditions; (xxv) impacts on our operations caused by factors and forces beyond our control, such as natural disasters, fire, bioterrorism, pandemics, armed conflicts or extreme weather; (xxvi) failure to maximize or assert our intellectual property rights; (xxvii) effects related to changes in tax rates, valuation of deferred tax assets and liabilities, or tax laws and their interpretation; and (xxviii) the other risks and uncertainties detailed from time to time in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including those included under the captions "Risk Factors" and "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. Media Contact:  Laura Burns, 479-713-9890Investor Contact:  Sean Cornett, 479-466-0401Source: Tyson Foods, Inc.Category: IR, Newsroom

Outbrain Completes the Acquisition of Teads - ForexTV

Combination Creates the Omnichannel Outcomes Platform for the Open InternetHighlights: The combination will merge two open internet category leaders to create a unified omnichannel platform that delivers outcomes from branding to performance across all screens, including CTV, mobile and web. The new company will operate under the name Teads.The union creates one of the largest open internet companies, with combined advertising spend of approximately $1.7 billion (FY24), reaching 2.2 billion consumers.The company will unite two of the richest contextual and interest data sets on the open internet, powering an advanced AI prediction engine to optimize advertiser outcomes.Outbrain CEO, David Kostman, will serve as CEO of the combined company, with Jeremy Arditi and Bertrand Quesada, former Teads CEOs, assuming the roles of Co-President, Chief Business Officer of the Americas and International respectively.The two companies are preliminarily reporting a combined Ex-TAC Gross Profit of $623 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $230 million in 2024 including $65-75 million of estimated synergies1.Transaction value of approximately $900 million, comprised of $625 million in cash and 43.75 million Outbrain shares.Altice, selling shareholder of Teads, will nominate two out of a total of 10 board members.Outbrain is providing selected preliminary results for the fourth quarter, in line with previously issued guidance in Outbrain’s November 2024 earnings call, and selected preliminary results for Teads and the combined company. NEW YORK, Feb. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Outbrain Inc. (NASDAQ: OB) today announced the closing of its acquisition of Teads, following receipt of all necessary regulatory approvals. The two companies will merge their respective branding and performance offerings to create the omnichannel outcomes platform for the open internet, and will operate under the name Teads. The new Teads will create one of the largest optimized supply paths on the premium open internet, with a focus on connecting curated, exclusive media environments with elevated, data-driven creative experiences. The combined company offering will be strengthened by Outbrain’s proprietary predictive technology and AI optimization. It will provide a solution for marketers to leverage a single partner to deliver concrete outcomes at every step of the marketing funnel— offering unique ways to combine advertising solutions from awareness to sales. The company’s combined data set will power expanded contextual, audience and purchase-based targeting capabilities, connecting CTV experiences to digital moments to drive measurable outcomes. “I am extremely excited about this new chapter in our journey. This transformative merger creates a company that directly addresses a large gap in the advertising industry: a scaled end-to-end platform that can drive outcomes, from branding to consideration to purchase, across screens,” said CEO, David Kostman. “Together, we are creating an extraordinary new company, combining the best of both organizations' deep expertise in omnichannel video branding solutions and performance advertising. The new Teads’ mission is to drive lasting value with an offering that invites marketers to expect better outcomes, media owners to expect sustainable value, and consumers to expect elevated experiences. I want to thank the teams of both Outbrain and Teads, who have pioneered major advertising categories, and have built leading global companies over more than a decade. It is their innovation and commitment that have brought us to this moment and will propel us to new heights,” added Kostman. Co-President & Chief Business Officer, Jeremy Arditi, added: “We’re committed to creating a solution that will harness the untapped opportunity of the open internet, and allow all of its constituents to thrive. We believe that by prioritizing beautiful creative experiences, trust and transparency in media, and delivery of meaningful outcomes, we can create a stronger ecosystem that provides value for all.” "The merger between Teads and Outbrain makes a lot of sense strategically. We look forward to exploring the new possibilities this provides us with to reach our audiences in a new and interesting way, to deliver full funnel solutions and better business outcomes," said Sital Banerjee, Global Head of Integrated Media, Performance Marketing, and BMI Management at Lipton Teas and Infusions. Key Combined Strengths With the completion of the combination, the new Teads will offer clients and partners: Exceptional reach at great scale, across exclusive environments 96 percent open internet audience reach*Number one most direct supply path, as rated by Jounce**Direct access to 10,000 media environmentConnected to the top 4 OEMs and several of the top Streaming Apps unlocking access to 50bn CTV Monthly Ad Opportunities, including unique CTV homescreen inventoryProprietary code-on-page relationships with premium editorial properties globally, providing access to incremental inventory and yielding extensive audience interest and engagement insights Creatives built for outcomes Data-driven, beautiful creative solutions designed to connect brand moments across the marketing funnel — from CTV to editorial and beyondProven impact from unique experiences, with 74 percent higher attention for unique CTV native creativeStrategic Joint Business Partnerships with more than 50 of the world’s most premium brands AI-powered predictive technology Proprietary prediction engine, cultivated over 18+ years to drive performance outcomes, making 1 billion predictions each minute4 billion signals processed each minute via AI and machine learning50 live AI models Expansive omnichannel graph, expanded on the Teads Omnichannel Graph foundation The Teads Omnichannel Graph (OG), a proprietary tool extending contextual and audience-targeting capabilities into the CTV environment, will be further expanded by Outbrain engagement, interest, and conversion dataExtensive data signals feeding an understanding of audiences across screens, including: 130,000 articles scanned per minute500,000 CTV programs enriched with data per month1 billion engagement and contextual signals processed each minute *According to Comscore, Media Metrix, Key Metrix, US, December 2024 for Teads. **According to 2024 Jounce SPO analyses, specific to Teads platform. Transaction Details Outbrain, Altice and Teads have amended the previously announced share purchase agreement, dated August 1, 2024. Under the terms of the revised agreement, Outbrain will be paying a total consideration of approximately $900 million, consisting of $625 million upfront cash and 43.75 million shares of common stock of Outbrain (valued at approximately $263 million based on the closing price of Outbrain’s common stock as of January 31, 2025, of $6.01). Under the revised terms, there is no deferred cash payment or convertible preferred equity component. The revised terms have meaningfully reduced the level of required debt financing and simplified the transaction structure. Outbrain intends to finance the transaction with existing cash resources and $625 million in committed debt financing from Goldman Sachs Bank USA, Jefferies Finance LLC and Mizuho Bank, Ltd., subject to customary funding conditions. Outbrain will also issue to Altice 43.75 million shares of common stock. Altice will nominate two directors to the board of Outbrain and will be bound by a stockholder agreement with Outbrain containing arrangements and restrictions concerning voting and disposition of the shares issued to Altice. Financial Highlights Preliminary Estimated Unaudited Financial Information for the Quarter and Year Ended December 31, 2024 Today Outbrain is furnishing on Form 8-K selected preliminary estimated unaudited financial information for each of Outbrain and Teads on a standalone basis and on a combined company basis for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2024. Excerpts of such financial information can be found below. You are encouraged to refer to the Form 8-K and other documents filed or furnished by Outbrain with the SEC through the website maintained by the SEC at www.sec.gov. The Company previously announced its expectation to achieve $50 – 60 million of annual revenue and cost synergies in the second full year following completion of the acquisition, with further opportunities for expanded synergies in the following years. The Company now expects to realize approximately $65 – 75 million of annual synergies in FY 2026 with further opportunities for expanded synergies in the following years. Of this amount, approximately $60 million relates to cost synergies, including approximately $45 million of compensation related expenses. The Company plans to action approximately 70% of the compensation related expense savings during the first month post-closing. The upsize in expected synergies follows a robust integration planning process, enabling a larger and more rapid synergy capture. Outbrain is providing selected preliminary results for the fourth quarter and full year 2024, as follows: Ex-TAC gross profit of $68.3 million for Q4 2024, and $236.1 million for FY 2024Adjusted EBITDA of $17.0 million for Q4 2024, and $37.3 million for FY 2024 For Teads, we are providing the following selected preliminary results for the fourth quarter and full year 2024, as follows: Ex-TAC gross profit of $119.9 million for Q4 2024, and $386.6 million for FY 2024Adjusted EBITDA of $52.2 million for Q4 2024, and $122.7 million for FY 2024 The two companies are preliminarily reporting a combined Ex-TAC Gross Profit of approximately $623 million and Adjusted EBITDA of approximately $230 million in 2024, including $65-75 million of estimated synergies2. Conference Call and Webcast:Outbrain will host an investor conference call this morning, Monday, February 3rd at 9:00 am ET. Interested parties are invited to listen to the conference call which can be accessed live by phone by dialing 1-877-497-9071 or for international callers, 1-201-689-8727. A replay will be available two hours after the call and can be accessed by dialing 1-877-660-6853, or for international callers, 1-201-612-7415. The passcode for the live call and the replay is 13751603. The replay will be available until February 17, 2025. Interested investors and other parties may also listen to a simultaneous webcast of the conference call by logging onto the Investors Relations section of the Company’s website at https://investors.outbrain.com. The online replay will be available for a limited time shortly following the call. Cautionary Note About Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the U.S. federal securities laws and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, which statements involve substantial risks and uncertainties. These statements are based on current expectations, estimates, forecasts and projections about the industries in which Outbrain and Teads operate, and beliefs and assumptions of Outbrain’s management. Forward-looking statements may include, without limitation, statements regarding possible or assumed future results of our business, financial condition, results of operations, liquidity, plans and objectives, expected synergies and statements of a general economic or industry-specific nature. You can generally identify forward-looking statements because they contain words such as “may,” “will,” “should,” “expects,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “could,” “intends,” “target,” “projects,” “contemplates,” “believes,” “estimates,” “predicts,” “foresee,” “potential” or “continue” or the negative of these terms or other similar expressions that concern our expectations, strategy, plans or intentions, or are not statements of historical fact. The outcome of the events described in these forward-looking statements is subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors including, but not limited to: risks that the acquisition disrupts current plans and operations or diverts management’s attention from its ongoing business; the initiation or outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against Outbrain or Teads, or their respective directors or officers, related to the acquisition; unexpected costs, charges or expenses resulting from the acquisition; the ability of Outbrain to successfully integrate Teads’ operations, technologies and employees; the ability to realize anticipated benefits and synergies of the acquisition, including the expectation of enhancements to Outbrain’s services, greater revenue or growth opportunities, operating efficiencies and cost savings; overall advertising demand and traffic generated by Outbrain and the combined company’s media partners; factors that affect advertising demand and spending, such as the continuation or worsening of unfavorable economic or business conditions or downturns, instability or volatility in financial markets, and other events or factors outside of Outbrain and the combined company’s control, such as U.S. and global recession concerns; geopolitical concerns, including the ongoing war between Ukraine-Russia and conditions in Israel and the Middle East; supply chain issues; inflationary pressures; labor market volatility; bank closures or disruptions; the impact of challenging economic conditions; political and policy uncertainties; and other factors that have and may further impact advertisers’ ability to pay; Outbrain and the combined company’s ability to continue to innovate, and adoption by Outbrain and the combined company’s advertisers and media partners of expanding solutions; the success of Outbrain and the combined company’s sales and marketing investments, which may require significant investments and may involve long sales cycles; Outbrain and the combined company’s ability to grow their business and manage growth effectively; the ability to compete effectively against current and future competitors; the loss or decline of one or more large media partners, and Outbrain and the combined company’s ability to expand advertiser and media partner relationships; conditions in Israel, including the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas and other terrorist organizations, may limit Outbrain and the combined company’s ability to market, support and innovate their products due to the impact on employees as well as advertisers and advertising markets; Outbrain and the combined company’s ability to maintain revenues or profitability despite quarterly fluctuations in results, whether due to seasonality, large cyclical events or other causes; the risk that research and development efforts may not meet the demands of a rapidly evolving technology market; any failure of Outbrain or the combined company’s recommendation engine to accurately predict attention or engagement, any deterioration in the quality of Outbrain or the combined company’s recommendations or failure to present interesting content to users or other factors which may cause us to experience a decline in user engagement or loss of media partners; limits on Outbrain and the combined company’s ability to collect, use and disclose data to deliver advertisements; Outbrain and the combined company’s ability to extend their reach into evolving digital media platforms; Outbrain and the combined company’s ability to maintain and scale their technology platform; the ability to meet demands on our infrastructure and resources due to future growth or otherwise; the failure or the failure of third parties to protect Outbrain and the combined company’s sites, networks and systems against security breaches, or otherwise to protect the confidential information of Outbrain and the combined company; outages or disruptions that impact Outbrain or the combined company or their service providers, resulting from cyber incidents, or failures or loss of our infrastructure; significant fluctuations in currency exchange rates; political and regulatory risks in the various markets in which Outbrain and the combined company operate; the challenges of compliance with differing and changing regulatory requirements; the timing and execution of any cost-saving measures and the impact on Outbrain and the combined company’s business or strategy; and the other risk factors and additional information described in the section entitled “Risk Factors”, and under the heading “Risk Factors” in Item 1A of Outbrain’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 8, 2024 for the year ended December 31, 2023, Outbrain’s Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on August 8, 2024 for the period ended June 30, 2024, Outbrain’s Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on November 7, 2024 for the period ended September 30, 2024 and in subsequent reports filed with the SEC. Accordingly, you should not rely upon forward-looking statements as an indication of future performance. Outbrain cannot assure you that the results, events and circumstances reflected in the forward-looking statements will be achieved or will occur, and actual results, events or circumstances could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements made in this press release relate only to events as of the date on which the statements are made. Outbrain and the combined company may not actually achieve the plans, intentions or expectations disclosed in the forward-looking statements and you should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements. Outbrain undertakes no obligation, and does not assume any obligation, to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or circumstances after the date on which the statements are made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events or otherwise, except as required by law. About The Combined Company Outbrain Inc. (Nasdaq: OB) and Teads combined on February 3, 2025 and are operating under the new Teads brand. The new Teads is the omnichannel outcomes platform for the open internet, driving full-funnel results for marketers across premium media. With a focus on meaningful business outcomes, the combined company ensures value is driven with every media dollar by leveraging predictive AI technology to connect quality media, beautiful brand creative, and context-driven addressability and measurement. One of the most scaled advertising platforms on the open internet, the new Teads is directly partnered with more than 10,000 publishers and 20,000 advertisers globally. The company is headquartered in New York, with a global team of nearly 1,800 people in 36 countries. For more information, visit https://thenewteads.com/. Media Contact press@outbrain.com Investor Relations Contact IR@outbrain.com(332) 205-8999 Non-GAAP Reconciliations The following table presents the reconciliation of Gross profit to Ex-TAC gross profit, for the periods presented:   Three Months Ended December 31, 2024 Year Ended December 31, 2024  Outbrain Teads Combined Outbrain Teads CombinedRevenue $234,586  $188,953  $423,539  $889,875  $617,435  $1,507,310 Traffic acquisition costs  (166,247)  (69,091)  (235,338)  (653,731)  (230,831)  (884,562)Other cost of revenue (a)  (12,277)  (26,441)  (38,718)  (44,042)  (106,414)  (150,456)Gross profit  56,062   93,421   149,483   192,102   280,190   472,292 Other cost of revenue (a)  12,277   26,441   38,718   44,042   106,414   150,456 Ex-TAC Gross Profit $68,339  $119,862  $188,201  $236,144  $386,604  $622,748  ___________(a) Other cost of revenue for Teads is subject to accounting policy harmonization. The following table presents the reconciliation of net income (loss) to Adjusted EBITDA, for the periods presented:   Three Months Ended December 31, 2024 Year Ended December 31, 2024  Outbrain Teads Combined Outbrain Teads CombinedNet (loss) income $(167) $69,613  $69,446  $(711) $89,318  $88,607 Interest expense/financial costs  699  $116   815   3,649   1,176   4,825 Interest income and other income, net  (1,522) $-   (1,522)  (9,209)  -   (9,209)Gain related to convertible debt  -   -   -   (8,782)  -   (8,782)Other financial income and (expenses)  -   (13,973)  (13,973)  -   (26,404)  (26,404)Provision for income taxes  3,525   16,143   19,668   2,415   38,256   40,671 Depreciation and amortization  4,985   3,027   8,012   19,479   12,834   32,313 Share-based compensation  3,974   (28,089)  (24,115)  15,461   -   15,461 Severance costs  -   393   393   742   1,593   2,335 Merger and acquisition costs  5,469   4,930   10,399   14,256   5,890   20,146 Adjusted EBITDA, excluding synergies $16,963  $52,160  $69,123  $37,300  $122,663  $159,963 The Company expects to realize approximately $65 – 75 million of annual synergies in the second full year following completion of the Acquisition. (midpoint)            70,000 Combined company Adjusted EBITDA (incl. synergies)           $229,963  1Represents estimated full year 2026 Adjusted EBITDA synergies, with further opportunities for expanded synergies in the following years. Ex-TAC Gross Profit and Adjusted EBITDA are non-GAAP financial measures. See “Non-GAAP Reconciliations” below.2Represents estimated full year 2026 Adjusted EBITDA synergies, with further opportunities for expanded synergies in the following years

Evergen Launches AI-powered Bone Graft Image Processing Software Developed in Partnership with University of Florida - ForexTV

Unique approach improves efficiency of conventional bone graft scanning process, reaching more patients ALACHUA, Fla., February 3, 2025 – Evergen ("the Company"), a leading CDMO pushing the boundaries of innovation and tissue engineering to meet patient needs in regenerative medicine, announces the launch of new AI-powered image processing software to advance the analysis of CT bone graft scans. Bone graft scans are used to assess bone density and structure in order to identify how best to use the graft, and ultimately which patients would benefit the most. In contrast to conventional methods which typically require multiple technicians to make a subjective assessment, Evergen’s new automated system can analyze hundreds of images and produce reports in under 10 seconds. Improving the efficiency of bone processing will enable Evergen to ensure a greater number of patients receive life-changing treatments. The software has been under development for two years, in partnership with the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Florida (UF). The new technology streamlines tissue processing by analyzing data from CT scans of human bone grafts, ensuring accurate decision making based on quantitative data. Bone grafting is the second most common tissue transplant procedure in the United States1, representing a market size of $3 billion2. This is the first large-scale implementation of AI-powered image processing software at Evergen, and the Company is exploring further use of similar technologies across multiple processes that support its focused clinical segments: cardiac, sports medicine, orthopedic surgery, neurosurgery, plastic and reconstructive surgery. Evergen and UF have validated their AI-powered bone grafting initiative through a pilot launch in December 2024, which has to-date yielded more than 50 successful bone scans. Adam Poniatowski, Vice President, Business Transformation Office and Information Technology, Evergen, commented: “Our innovation always begins with the patient and how we can improve procedures for them. Our team’s experience and ethos of continuous improvement, combined with UF’s extensive research capabilities, has led to a solution that enhances efficiency at the highest standards of bone graft processing. This will better serve our customers’ needs and bring more life-changing regenerative solutions to patients worldwide.” “Evergen’s expertise in regenerative medicine combined with our experience in engineering, unlocks transformative possibilities in bone graft processing," said Warren Dixon, Ph.D., distinguished professor and chair of UF's Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. "We look forward to a continued partnership and setting new benchmarks in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.” -ENDS- About Evergen Evergen is a leading Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) pushing the boundaries of innovation and tissue engineering to meet patient needs in regenerative medicine. We are expert partners to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), working with them to identify clinical problems and develop customized solutions that promote healing, accelerate recovery, and help prevent complications. Using our extensive portfolio of biological materials, we focus on specialized clinical segments, including plastic and reconstructive surgery, sports medicine and orthopedics, cardiac, and neurosurgery. Headquartered in Alachua, Florida, Evergen has facilities in the United States, Europe and New Zealand. For more information, visit www.evergenbio.com. For media inquiries please contact: Evergen Amelia Bell        Tel: +1 386.418.5100        abell@evergenbio.com ICR Healthcare        evergen@icrhealthcare.com  1 Journal of Orthopaedic trauma. https://journals.lww.com/jorthotrauma/abstract/2019/04000/autograft,_allograft,_and_bone_graft_substitutes_.8.aspx 2 Precedence research. https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2024/02/12/2827663/0/en/Bone-Grafts-and-Substitutes-Market-Size-to-Hit-USD-5-03-Billion-by-2032.html

American Tungsten Corp. Strengthens Strategic Position as Domestic Tungsten Supplier Amid U.S.-Canada Tariffs - ForexTV

Vancouver, BC, Feb. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Tungsten Corp. (CSE:TUNG) (OTCQB:DEMRF) (FSE:RK9) (“American Tungsten” or the “Company”) is proud to reaffirm its commitment to supplying tungsten domestically, a vital resource for the United States’ defense and manufacturing sectors. In light of recent tariffs affecting critical mineral imports from Canada, American Tungsten Corp. is positioned to play an increasingly important role in securing a stable, reliable domestic supply of tungsten. The Company’s ongoing efforts to restart and expand its tungsten mining operations in Idaho come at a pivotal time when the U.S. government is emphasizing the importance of mineral independence to protect national security, stabilize supply chains, and drive innovation across industries such as aerospace, automotive, and technology. “America cannot afford to rely on foreign sources of critical minerals like tungsten,” said Murray Nye, CEO of American Tungsten Corp. “With the new tariffs making imported tungsten less economical, our strategic decision to invest in domestic production will directly contribute to lowering the country’s dependency on imports and ensuring that U.S. industries have the resources they need to thrive.” Tungsten is classified as a critical mineral by the U.S. government, owing to its use in high-strength applications such as defense, aerospace, and high-performance manufacturing. By producing tungsten within U.S. borders, American Tungsten Corp. aligns with federal initiatives aimed at mitigating supply chain risks and fostering a more self-sufficient domestic economy. The recently placed tariffs further reinforce the value of American Tungsten’s assets. As Canadian and other foreign suppliers face cost disadvantages, the Company expects to see increased demand from both industrial and government buyers seeking reliable, tariff-free tungsten supplies. In addition to economic benefits, American Tungsten’s contemplated operations will contribute to job creation and local economic growth in the state of Idaho. Supporting National Security and Economic Growth American Tungsten is working closely with local stakeholders and federal agencies to ensure its potential restart of operations align with environmental standards and community interests. As it progresses, the Company will explore partnerships and collaborations with domestic manufacturers to maximize the positive impact of its production. “With the IMA Mine’s strategic location and our ongoing investment in advancing our operations, American Tungsten Corp. is preparing to meet the growing demand for secure and sustainable critical minerals,” added Murray Nye. “The recent policy changes present an opportunity, and we are ready to step up and deliver.” ABOUT AMERICAN TUNGSTEN CORP. American Tungsten Corp. (previously Demesne Resources Inc.) is a Canadian-based company involved in the acquisition and exploration of magnetite mineral properties. The Company's Star Project consists of five contiguous mineral titles covering an area of approximately 4,615.75 hectares located in the Skeena Mining Division, British Columbia, Canada. The Company has entered into an option agreement pursuant to which it is entitled to earn an undivided 100% interest in the Star Project. American Tungsten has also entered into an option agreement, pursuant to which it can acquire a 100% interest (subject to a 2% royalty) in and to the IMA Mine Project, a past producing underground tungsten mine situated on 22 patented claims located in East Central, Idaho, United States. Social media links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/americantungstencorp/ X: https://x.com/amtungsten Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/americantungsten Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/americantungstencorp/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@americantungstencorp ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Murray Nye ‎CEO 1055 West Georgia Street, Suite 1500Vancouver, BC V6E 0B6Canada For further information, please contact: Murray Nye, CEOEmail: ir@americantungstencorp.comPhone: +1 (416) 300-7398CSE:TUNGOTCQB:DEMRFFSE:RK9 The Canadian Securities Exchange does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release and has neither approved nor disapproved the contents of this press release. This press release includes "forward-looking information" that is subject to a number of assumptions, risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of the Company. Forward-looking statements in this news release include, but are not limited to, statements respecting the use of proceeds of the Offering. Such statements represent the Company’s current views with respect to future events and are necessarily based upon a number of assumptions and estimates that, while considered reasonable by the Company, are inherently subject to significant business, economic, competitive, political and social risks, contingencies and uncertainties. Many factors, both known and unknown, could cause results, performance, or achievements to be materially different from the results, performance or achievements that are or may be expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. The Company does not intend, and does not assume any obligation, to update these forward-looking statements or information to reflect changes in assumptions or changes in circumstances or any other events affecting such statements and information other than as required by applicable laws, rules and regulations.

Entrada Therapeutics Receives Authorization in the United Kingdom to Initiate ELEVATE-44-201, a Phase 1/2 Multiple Ascending Dose Clinical Study of ENTR-601-44 in Patients Living with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy - ForexTV

– Company on track to initiate ELEVATE-44-201 in Q2 2025 – – ENTR-601-44 regulatory filings submitted in additional geographies including the U.S. and EU, with regulatory discussions ongoing – BOSTON, Feb. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Entrada Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRDA) today announced it had received authorization from the United Kingdom’s Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and Research Ethics Committee for its Clinical Trial of an Investigational Medicinal Product to initiate ELEVATE-44-201, a Phase 1/2 multiple ascending dose (MAD) clinical study of ENTR-601-44 for the potential treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) in patients with a confirmed mutation in the DMD gene amenable to exon 44 skipping. “The clearance by the MHRA marks a new phase in Entrada’s growth and, most importantly, moves us closer to realizing our commitment to families living with Duchenne muscular dystrophy,” said Dipal Doshi, Chief Executive Officer of Entrada Therapeutics. “As the first authorization for our global MAD clinical study of ENTR-601-44 in patients, we are pleased to be initiating the study at what we believe to be an effective therapeutic dose. This is even more important since families living with Duchenne do not have time on their side as the progressive decline in function profoundly impacts the quality of life for patients and their care partners. It is this urgency that drives our work each day.” “The MHRA authorization of ELEVATE-44-201 is an exciting development in the clinical progress of ENTR-601-44, a new and very encouraging treatment option for boys and young men living with Duchenne muscular dystrophy who are exon 44 skipping amenable,” said Francesco Muntoni, MD, Professor of Paediatric Neurology. “There is a significant unmet medical need in this population, with limited therapeutic options available. The unique properties of Entrada’s EEV-therapeutic candidates offer the potential to provide tangible benefits for people with this life-shortening disease.” ELEVATE-44-201 is a global, two-part, randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled Phase 1/2 study evaluating the safety, tolerability and effectiveness of ENTR-601-44 in ambulatory patients with DMD who are exon 44 skipping amenable. Part A is a multiple ascending dose study designed to evaluate the safety, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics, including exon skipping and dystrophin production in approximately 24 patients. Dosing will be administered every six weeks, with the planned doses across three cohorts anticipated to range from 6 mg/kg up to 18 mg/kg. Part B of the study is designed to further evaluate the optimal dose established in Part A for safety and efficacy, including patient reported outcomes and quality of life measures. Study participants may be eligible to enter an open label extension study (OLE), in which the safety, efficacy and tolerability of ENTR-601-44 will be evaluated over a longer period of time. The Company is on track to initiate ELEVATE-44-201 in Q2 2025. The MHRA authorization follows the completion of a Phase 1 clinical study to evaluate the safety and tolerability of a single dose of ENTR-601-44. This study demonstrated ENTR-601-44 was generally well-tolerated in healthy volunteers with no serious adverse events, no drug-related adverse events and no clinically significant changes or trends noted in vital signs, electrocardiograms, physical exams or laboratory assessments. The study also demonstrated significant plasma concentration, muscle concentration and exon skipping. About ENTR-601-44ENTR-601-44, a proprietary Endosomal Escape Vehicle (EEV™)-conjugated phosphorodiamidate morpholino oligomer (PMO), is the lead product candidate within Entrada’s Duchenne muscular dystrophy franchise from its growing pipeline of EEV-therapeutics. Each EEV-PMO therapeutic candidate has an oligonucleotide sequence designed and optimized for the specific subpopulation of interest. ENTR-601-44 is designed to address the underlying cause of Duchenne due to mutated or missing exons in the DMD gene. ENTR-601-44, an investigational therapy for the potential treatment of people living with Duchenne who are exon 44 skipping amenable, is being evaluated for its potential to restore the mRNA reading frame and allow for the translation of dystrophin protein that is slightly shortened but still functional. About Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD)Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a rare disease caused by mutations in the DMD gene, which encodes for the dystrophin protein. These mutations lead to inadequate dystrophin production. Dystrophin is essential to maintaining the structural integrity and function of muscle cells. Lack of functional dystrophin leads to progressive loss of muscle strength, impacting mobility and causing heart or respiratory complications that contribute to high mortality rates. An estimated 41,000 people in the U.S. and Europe have Duchenne. About Entrada TherapeuticsEntrada Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company aiming to transform the lives of patients by establishing a new class of medicines that engage intracellular targets that have long been considered inaccessible. The Company’s Endosomal Escape Vehicle (EEV™)-therapeutics are designed to enable the efficient intracellular delivery of a wide range of therapeutics into a variety of organs and tissues, resulting in an improved therapeutic index. Through this proprietary, versatile and modular approach, Entrada is advancing a robust development portfolio of RNA-, antibody- and enzyme-based programs for the potential treatment of neuromuscular, ocular, metabolic and immunological diseases, among others. The Company’s lead oligonucleotide programs are in development for the potential treatment of people living with Duchenne who are exon 44, 45 and 50 skipping amenable. Entrada has partnered to develop a clinical-stage program, VX-670, for myotonic dystrophy type 1. For more information about Entrada, please visit our website, www.entradatx.com, and follow us on LinkedIn. Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains express and implied forward-looking statements that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, contained in this press release, including statements regarding Entrada’s strategy, future operations, prospects and plans, objectives of management, the validation and differentiation of Entrada’s approach and EEV platform and its ability to provide a potential treatment for patients, expectations regarding Entrada’s planned Phase 1/2 multiple ascending dose clinical study ENTR-601-44, including its initiation in the United Kingdom in Q2 2025, the expectations about the planned dosing levels of the planned Phase 1/2 trial for ENTR-601-44 and their efficacy, the ability to recruit for and complete a global Phase 1/2 trial for ENTR-601-44 and the anticipated number of patients to be enrolled, the potential of Entrada’s EEV product candidates, including the potential for ENTR-601-44 to be a transformative treatment option, and the continued development and advancement of ENTR-601-44 for the potential treatment of DMD, constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The words “anticipate,” “believe,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “might,” “objective,” “ongoing,” “plan,” “predict,” “project,” “potential,” “should,” or “would,” or the negative of these terms, or other comparable terminology are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Entrada may not actually achieve the plans, intentions or expectations disclosed in these forward-looking statements, and you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Actual results or events could differ materially from the plans, intentions and expectations disclosed in these forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors, including: uncertainties inherent in the identification and development of product candidates, including the conduct of research activities and the initiation and completion of preclinical studies and clinical trials; uncertainties as to the availability and timing of results from preclinical and clinical studies; the timing of and Entrada’s ability to submit and obtain regulatory clearance and initiate clinical trials; whether results from preclinical studies or clinical trials will be predictive of the results of later preclinical studies and clinical trials; whether Entrada’s cash resources will be sufficient to fund the Company’s foreseeable and unforeseeable operating expenses and capital expenditure requirements; as well as the risks and uncertainties identified in Entrada’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2024 and in subsequent filings Entrada may make with the SEC. In addition, the forward-looking statements included in this press release represent Entrada’s views as of the date of this press release. Entrada anticipates that subsequent events and developments will cause its views to change. However, while Entrada may elect to update these forward-looking statements at some point in the future, it specifically disclaims any obligation to do so. These forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing Entrada’s views as of any date subsequent to the date of this press release. Investor and Media ContactCaileigh DoughertyHead of Investor Relations & Corporate Communicationscdougherty@entradatx.com

Hemlo Explorers Announces Change in Management and Name Change to Rocky Shore Gold Ltd. - ForexTV

TORONTO, Feb. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hemlo Explorers Inc. (the “Company”) (CSE: HMLO) is pleased to announce that, following the shareholder’s meeting held on January 30, 2025, Ken Lapierre has been appointed as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective February 1, 2025. Concurrently, Brian Howlett, the former Chief Executive Officer, has been appointed Chairman of the Board of Directors. Mr. Brian Howlett commented, “It has been my honour to serve as CEO of Hemlo Explorers Inc. for the past four years, and I am excited to be moving ahead with our Gold Anchor project in Newfoundland. I look forward to working with Ken in developing Gold Anchor towards discovery.” Ken Lapierre added, “I look forward to this exciting challenge as President and CEO of Hemlo Explorers, which is soon to be Rocky Shore Gold. Our new mission is to explore our Gold Anchor Project for the next major Newfoundland gold deposit located in a new emerging gold district with proven high grade gold discoveries. I thank our shareholders, Brian, the Board of Directors and our largest shareholder (Rob Cudney and Northfield Capital) as we embark on this truly exciting opportunity.” Mr. Lapierre is a professional geologist and financier with over 40 years in the precious and base metals business. He previously was the founder of, and spent seventeen years with, Rockcliff Metals Corporation, holding various senior roles, including President, CEO and VP of Exploration. He was involved in all aspects of the company including finance, exploration, discovery, growth of resources and the eventual sale of Rockcliff to Hudbay Minerals Inc. Mr. Lapierre began his career as an exploration and mine geologist where he worked in grass roots to mine development scenarios. He founded several junior exploration companies raising more than CAD$175M for company growth and advancement. He was founder and VP Exploration of junior explorer Mustang Minerals (now Grid Metals), founder, President, CEO and VP Exploration of JML Resources (acquired by Aquiline Resources), and founder, President, CEO and VP Exploration of Tyranex Gold and Findore Minerals. He holds an Honours Science Degree in Geology from the University of Western Ontario (now Western University) and is a Professional Geoscientist in good standing with the Association of Professional Geoscientists of Ontario. Name Change to Rocky Shore Gold Ltd. The Company is also pleased to announce that it will change its name to “Rocky Shore Gold Ltd.” (the “Name Change”). The Company’s common shares are expected to commence trading on the Canadian Securities Exchange (the “CSE”) under its new name and new trading symbol “RSG” at the opening of trading on February 10, 2025. The new CUSIP will be 774917108 and the new ISIN will be CA7749171087. There is no change to the share capital of the Company. The Company anticipates no interruptions to its trading activities as part of this change. Shareholders are not required to take any action concerning the name and ticker symbol change, which will be automatically updated on all relevant trading platforms. A copy of the certificate and articles of amendment evidencing the change of name will be filed on SEDAR+ in due course. The Name Change remains subject to the approval of the CSE. About Hemlo Explorers Inc. Hemlo is a well funded Canadian-based mineral exploration company with a focus to discover the next major gold deposit in Newfoundland, Canada. Hemlo is focused on advancing its flagship 100% controlled Gold Anchor Project in central Newfoundland. The project totals over 1,250 square kilometres (approximately 70 km long by 20 km wide) in an emerging gold district. It is strategically located immediately southwest of and on trend to significant high grade gold discoveries. Gold Anchor represents an excellent opportunity for the discovery of multiple gold systems in a significantly underexplored area of central Newfoundland. Hemlo is also advancing its Pic Project (optioned to Barrick Gold inc.), and investigating opportunities to monetize Projects Idaho and the North Limb near Marathon, Ontario. Hemlo would like to acknowledge the financial support of the Junior Exploration Assistance Program from the Department of Natural Resources, Government of Newfoundland and Labrador. For more information please contact: Ken Lapierre, President & CEO Hemlo Explorers Inc.klapierrede73@gmail.com1-647-678-3879 Brian Howlett, ChairmanHemlo Explorers Inc.brian@hemloexplorers.ca 1-647-227-3035 http://www.hemloexplorers.ca Forward-Looking Statements This news release contains “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable Canadian and United States securities laws. Generally, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “plans”, “expects”, or “does not expect”, “is expected”, “budget”, “scheduled”, “estimates”, “forecasts”, “intends”, “anticipates”, or “does not anticipate”, or “believes” or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might”, or “will be taken”, “occur”, or “be achieved”. Certain information set forth in this news release may contain forward-looking information that involves substantial known and unknown risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to the advancement of the Company’s properties, the anticipated closing date of the Name Change and the approval of the CSE. The forward-looking information is based on reasonable assumptions and estimates of the management of the Company at the time such statements were made and is subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements of Hemlo to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information, including risks associated with the exploration; future commodity prices; changes in regulations; political or economic developments; environmental risks; permitting timelines; capital expenditures; technical difficulties in connection with exploration activities; employee relations; the speculative nature of mineral including the risks of diminishing quantities of grades of resources, contests over title to properties, the Company’s limited operating history, future capital needs and uncertainty of additional financing, and the competitive nature of the mining industry; the need for the Company to manage its future strategic plans; global economic and financial market conditions; uninsurable risks; and changes in project parameters as plans continue to be evaluated. Although Hemlo has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. Although the forward-looking information contained in this news release are based upon what management of the Company believes, or believed at the time, to be reasonable assumptions, Hemlo cannot assure shareholders that actual results will be consistent with such forward-looking information, as there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. There can be no assurance that forward-looking information, or the material factors or assumptions used to develop such forward-looking information, will prove to be accurate. Hemlo does not undertake any obligations to release publicly any revisions for updating any voluntary forward-looking information, except as required by applicable securities law. Neither the Canadian Securities Exchange nor its Market Regulator (as that term is defined in the policies of the Canadian Securities Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.