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S&P 500 Consumer Discretionary Sector SEC Filings — March 04, 2026

USA S&P 500 Consumer Discretionary

38 high priority31 medium priority69 total filings analysed

Executive Summary

Across 69 filings from S&P 500 Consumer Discretionary and adjacent sectors, overarching themes include mixed revenue growth with top-line expansion in 7/15 retail/fitness firms (avg +10% YoY, e.g., Black Rock Coffee +24.5%, Abercrombie +6%) offset by widespread margin compression (avg -150bps across 9 reporters) and operational losses; capital returns remain robust with buybacks/dividends in 8 firms (e.g., Abercrombie $450M repurchase, Brown-Forman $400M). M&A/divestitures active (Ziff Davis sale to Accenture, Farmer Bros acquisition at $1.29/share), alongside leadership transitions signaling AI/strategic pivots (FactSet AI officers). Period-over-period trends show YoY revenue growth in 12/25 quantified filers (+avg 8%) but net income declines in 10/20 (-avg 25%), with forward guidance cautious (e.g., Abercrombie 3-5% sales growth FY26). Portfolio-level patterns flag consumer resilience in apparel/restaurants but vulnerability in fitness/specialty retail amid cost pressures; actionable now: prioritize buyback-heavy names pre-AGMs.

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Investment Signals(12)

  • Black Rock Coffee Bar (10-K)(BULLISH)

    Total revenue +24.5% YoY to $200.3M, stores +21% to 181, SSS +10.1% YoY, AUV +8% to $1.286M despite op income -85%

  • Xponential Fitness (10-K)

    System-wide sales +13% YoY to $1.75B, studios +7% to 3,097, op income swing to +$20M from -$54M loss, international licenses +112 [MIXED/BULLISH]

  • Abercrombie & Fitch (8-K)(BULLISH)

    FY2025 sales +6% YoY to $5.3B, comps +3%, record Q4 $1.7B +5%, $450M buyback (11% shares), FY26 guidance 3-5% growth

  • American Eagle Outfitters (8-K)(BULLISH)

    Q4 revenue +10% YoY to $1.8B record, Aerie comps +23%, FY buybacks/dividends $341M returned, FY26 op income guide $390-410M

  • Preformed Line Products (8-K)(BULLISH)

    FY2025 sales +13% YoY to $669.3M, backlog +22% to $232.8M, adj EPS +16% to $8.70, dividend +5% to $0.21

  • MarineMax (8-K)(BULLISH)

    New stock repurchase program announced, signaling management conviction amid retail sector pressures

  • Gulfport Energy (8-K)(BULLISH)

    Repurchased 84k shares at $204.22 (2.3% discount) under $1.5B program, reducing float

  • Farmer Brothers (8-K)(BULLISH)

    Acquired by Royal Cup at $1.29/share all-cash, premium implied in delisting, closes Q4 FY26

  • Altisource Portfolio (10-K/8-K)(BULLISH)

    FY2025 revenue +7% YoY to $171M, net income swing to +$1.6M from -$36M loss, 2026 guide $165-185M rev (+8.5% mid)

  • Bankwell Financial (10-K)(BULLISH)

    Net income +260% YoY to $35.2M, NII +19% to $98.9M, provision -95% to $1M, ROA +1.09% from 0.31%

  • First Financial (10-K)(BULLISH)

    Net income +67.5% YoY to $79.2M, NII +25.6% to $219.9M, ROE +13.3% from 8.8%, dividends + to $2.04/share

  • PennantPark (8-K)(BULLISH)

    Issued $200M 6.75% notes due 2029 at par, net proceeds $195.9M for debt repay/investments, positive capital allocation

Risk Flags(10)

  • Xponential Fitness (10-K)[HIGH RISK]

    Total revenue -2% YoY to $315M, SSS flat 0%, new openings -20% to 341, equipment rev -35%, net loss -$54M

  • Black Rock Coffee (10-K)[HIGH RISK]

    Op income -85.1% YoY to $0.9M, net loss +130% to -$16.5M, SG&A +63.6% to $41.3M, store costs +22.2%

  • Advanced Flower Capital (10-K)[HIGH RISK]

    Net loss -$20.7M vs +$16.8M prior, interest income -40% to $31.3M, provisions +$18.4M to $22.6M, loans contract to $317M

  • SmartRent (8-K/10-K)[HIGH RISK]

    FY2025 revenue -13% to $152.3M, net loss -$60.6M incl $24.9M goodwill impair, adj EBITDA loss -$16.4M worse than -$9.9M

  • Omega Flex (8-K)[MEDIUM RISK]

    FY2025 sales -3.3% YoY to $98.3M, net income -17.7% to $14.8M, Q4 -27.1% to $3.4M on housing market suppression

  • YTD net sales -2% to $3.0B, Tequila -6%, US -8%, FY26 guide low-single-digit organic declines, EPS -8% to $1.41

  • Smith Micro Software (8-K)[HIGH RISK]

    FY2025 revenue -16% YoY to $17.4M, Q4 -20% to $4.0M, goodwill fully impaired to $0 from $11.1M, assets -48% to $25M

  • Altisource (8-K)[MEDIUM RISK]

    Q4 EBITDA -15% YoY to $4.0M despite FY +5% to $18.3M, gross margins -400bps to 28%, litigation loss $7.5M

  • American Eagle (8-K)[MEDIUM RISK]

    FY2025 gross margin -230bps to 36.9%, adj op income -26% to $328M, EPS -14% to $1.50 despite Q4 strength

  • Abercrombie (8-K)[MEDIUM RISK]

    FY op margin -170bps to 13.3%, Q4 -210bps to 14.1%, FY26 guide 12.0-12.5% margin assumes 15% tariff hit

Opportunities(10)

  • FY26 sales growth 3-5%, op margin 12-12.5% despite tariffs, Hollister +15% driver, $760M cash for buybacks

  • Q4 Aerie +23% comps, FY26 op income $390-410M guide, exited Quiet Platform ($102M charge), undervalued vs apparel peers

  • $1.29/share all-cash buyout by Royal Cup, closes Q4 FY26, creates scaled platform, delist premium potential

  • Ziff Davis/M&A(OPPORTUNITY)

    Sold Transferred Entities to Accenture (terms undisclosed), ancillary TSAs/escrows signal clean exit, focus on core

  • +22% backlog to $232.8M supports growth post +13% FY sales, adj EPS +16%, dividend hike

  • 2026 rev $165-185M (+8.5% mid YoY), EBITDA $15-20M, sales wins $41.5M annualized, pipeline $30-38M

  • Net income +260% YoY, provisions -95%, NPA/TA 0.49% vs 1.88%, efficiency 54.1% improving

  • Loans +5.7% to $4.06B, ROE +450bps to 13.3%, dividends + to $2.04, assets +3.6%

  • $245M east TX acquisition adds 10 MBoepd at PV-15 accretive, synergies with existing ops, closes Q2 2026

  • $320M facility at 9%, repays $248.9M debt, extends maturities to 2029, strategic alternatives review

Sector Themes(6)

  • Retail Revenue Resilience vs Margin Squeeze

    6/9 retail/fitness (Abercrombie +6%, Black Rock +24.5%, AEO +3%) grew rev YoY avg +11% but margins compressed avg -200bps (A&F -170bps, AEO -230bps), implying cost/inventory pressures; favor high-SSS names [IMPLICATION: Tactical long high-comp plays]

  • Capital Returns Acceleration

    8/69 firms announced buybacks/dividends (Abercrombie $450M/11% shares, Gulfport $17.2M discount, MarineMax new program, Preformed +5% div), avg $250M+ programs amid flat cash in retail; signals conviction despite mixed earnings [IMPLICATION: Yield + defensive positioning]

  • M&A Momentum in Consumer/Adjacent

    5 deals (Farmer Bros $1.29/sh buyout, Ziff Davis to Accenture, Diversified $245M TX gas, Aptiv spin notes), valuations accretive (PV-15), closes Q2-Q4 2026; fragmented retail ripe for consolidation [IMPLICATION: Event-driven arb opportunities]

  • Guidance Cautious Amid Macro

    7 firms guided FY26 (Abercrombie 3-5% sales, Brown-Forman low-single decline, Altisource +8.5%), factoring tariffs (A&F 290bps Q1 hit), flat SSS in fitness; vs 2025 mixed trends [IMPLICATION: Hedge tariff exposure]

  • Leadership/Proxy Clustering

    15+ AGMs Apr-May 2026 (H.B. Fuller Apr16, Winmark Apr22, Nuveens Apr16), board elections/comp votes, no major comp changes but transitions (FactSet AI hires, AEO implied); watch say-on-pay [IMPLICATION: Governance catalysts]

  • Mixed Op Losses in Expansion Plays

    5 growth firms (Black Rock stores +21% but op -85%, Xponential studios +7% but rev -2%) show scaling pains, avg net loss widening 50% YoY; contrarian entry post-impairments [IMPLICATION: Turnaround bets]

Watch List(8)

  • Q1 FY26 guide 1-3% sales, ~7% op margin w/ tariff impact, monitor earnings call for updates [Q1 CY2026]

  • High-single digit comps guide, op income $20-25M, watch Aerie momentum vs AE flat comps [Q1 FY2026]

  • $0.2310/sh payable Apr1 (record Mar9), FY26 low-single decline guide, capex $110-120M [Apr 1, 2026]

  • Multiple Nuveen Funds/AGM
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    Virtual meetings Apr16 (record Feb9), board elections across JRI/NPFD/NPV/JRS, proxy Mar6 [Apr 16, 2026]

  • H.B. Fuller/Annual Meeting
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    Virtual Apr16, director elections/auditor ratify/comp vote (record Feb18) [Apr 16, 2026]

  • Apr22, elect 7 directors/comp/auditors (record Mar2), 3.6M shares voting [Apr 22, 2026]

  • Proxy forthcoming for Royal Cup buyout, closes by Jun30 2026, shareholder vote pending [Q2 2026]

  • Monitor international licenses (112 new) vs NA slowdown (160 net), AUV trends post flat SSS [Ongoing 2026]

Filing Analyses(69)
VILLAGE SUPER MARKET INC10-Qmateriality 6/10

04-03-2026

SAFE BULKERS, INC.20-Fmateriality 6/10

04-03-2026

Bunker Hill Mining Corp.8-Kneutralmateriality 6/10

04-03-2026

Bunker Hill Mining Corp. filed an 8-K on March 4, 2026, announcing via press release (Exhibit 99.1) an update to its previously announced LIFE offering of C$30 million units on a best efforts basis and a reverse stock split. No specific outcomes, proceeds, or ratios for the offering or split were detailed in the filing.

Marquie Group, Inc.S-1neutralmateriality 8/10

04-03-2026

Transglobal Management Group, Inc. (TMGI), formerly Marquie Group, Inc., filed a Form S-1 registration statement on March 4, 2026, to register securities for a potential public offering under the Securities Act of 1933. The Florida-based radio broadcasting company discloses balance sheet periods ending May 31, 2023, 2024, and 2025, along with extensive related-party transactions including payables to CEO's wife and mother, and numerous notes payable and convertible notes. No specific financial metrics such as revenue or net income are detailed in the filing excerpt, highlighting operational complexity with multiple lenders and service providers.

  • ·Fiscal year end: May 31
  • ·State of incorporation: Florida
  • ·EIN: 262091212
  • ·SIC: Radio Broadcasting Stations [4832]
  • ·Business address: 7901 4th St. N., Suite 4887, St. Petersburg, FL 33702
  • ·SEC file number: 333-293995
  • ·Name change from Marquie Group, Inc. to Transglobal Management Group, Inc.: April 15, 2019
  • ·Numerous related-party notes payable (e.g., to CEO's wife, mother) and 28+ individual notes payable as of May 31, 2025
  • ·13 convertible notes and multiple lenders (A, B, C, D, others) referenced
FIRST KEYSTONE CORP8-Kneutralmateriality 3/10

04-03-2026

On March 4, 2026, First Keystone Corporation, parent of First Keystone Community Bank, issued a press release announcing the declaration of its first quarter dividend. The press release is filed as Exhibit 99.1. No specific dividend amount or other financial metrics were disclosed in the filing.

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions Inc.8-Kpositivemateriality 4/10

04-03-2026

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc. (AITX) filed an 8-K on March 4, 2026, announcing the issuance of a press release titled 'AITX's RAD Channel Partner Expands Detection to Guard Response Ecosystem,' attached as Exhibit 99.1. The filing discloses a positive development in channel partner expansion integrating detection capabilities into the Guard Response Ecosystem. No financial impacts or quantitative metrics were reported.

Black Rock Coffee Bar, Inc.10-Kmixedmateriality 9/10

04-03-2026

Black Rock Coffee Bar, Inc. (BRCB) grew total stores to 181 from 149 with 32 net new openings, boosting total revenue 24.5% YoY to $200.3M and same-store sales growth to 10.1% from 6.3%, while average unit volume rose to $1.286M from $1.186M. However, income from operations plummeted 85.1% to $0.9M from $6.0M, and net loss widened 130.1% to $16.5M from $7.2M, driven by SG&A expenses surging 63.6% to $41.3M amid rising store operating costs.

  • ·Store operating costs and expenses rose 22.2% YoY to $141.6M, with other store operating expenses up 28.4%.
  • ·Pre-opening costs increased 28.2% to $4.3M.
  • ·Interest expense, net improved 15.9% to $9.4M due to lower expense.
  • ·Filing date: March 04, 2026 for year ended December 31, 2025.
ZIFF DAVIS, INC.8-Kneutralmateriality 10/10

04-03-2026

Ziff Davis, Inc. and its subsidiary Ziff Davis, LLC entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement dated March 2, 2026, to sell all outstanding equity interests in specified Transferred Entities (listed on Schedule I) and related Irish assets to Accenture Inc., subject to customary closing conditions and adjustments outlined in Section 2.2. The agreement includes ancillary documents such as an Irish Asset Purchase Agreement, Transition Services Agreement, Escrow Agreement, and employment agreements for Key Employees effective upon closing. No financial performance metrics or period-over-period comparisons are provided in the filing.

  • ·Agreement executed on March 2, 2026; SEC 8-K filed March 4, 2026.
  • ·Involves Irish Seller and Specified Irish Assets via separate Irish Asset Purchase Agreement (Exhibit A).
  • ·Key Employees (listed in Purchaser Disclosure Schedule Section 1.1(a)) have executed employment agreements conditioned on closing.
  • ·Closing subject to conditions in Article IX, including regulatory approvals and no material adverse changes.
Xponential Fitness, Inc.10-Kmixedmateriality 9/10

04-03-2026

Xponential Fitness reported system-wide sales growth of 13% YoY to $1.75B in 2025, with global studios increasing 7% to 3,097 and franchise revenue rising 10% to $193M, driving operating income of $20M versus a $54M loss in 2024. However, total revenue declined 2% YoY to $315M, same-store sales were flat at 0%, new studio openings dropped 20% to 341, and segments like equipment revenue (-35%) and merchandise (-12%) saw sharp declines, resulting in a net loss of $54M (improved from $99M but worse than 2023's $6M loss). AUV LTM edged up 2% to $695 but quarterly AUV declined 2% to $683.

  • ·North America new studio openings net 2025: 160 (global net: 201)
  • ·International franchise licenses sold new 2025: 112 (vs North America 67)
  • ·Impairment of goodwill and other noncurrent assets 2025: $33M (down from $63M in 2024)
  • ·Remaining studios obligated to open under MFAs EOY 2025: 767 (flat from 763 in 2024)
FACT II Acquisition Corp.425neutralmateriality 5/10

04-03-2026

FACT II Acquisition Corp. (FACT) filed a Form 425 on March 4, 2026, disclosing a LinkedIn post by Richard Nespola, Jr., sponsor team member, dated March 3, 2026, relating to the proposed business combination with Precision Aerospace & Defense Group, Inc. (PAD). The filing consists primarily of forward-looking statement disclaimers, extensive risk factors including regulatory hurdles, shareholder approvals, and potential redemptions, and directs investors to the pending Form S-4 Registration Statement for details. No financial metrics or performance data are provided.

  • ·Commission File Number: 001-42421
  • ·Registration Statement on Form S-4 filed with the SEC (not yet effective)
Nuveen Real Asset Income & Growth FundDEF 14Aneutralmateriality 6/10

04-03-2026

This DEF 14A filing is a joint proxy statement for the annual shareholder meetings of multiple Nuveen closed-end funds, including Nuveen Real Asset Income & Growth Fund (JRI), scheduled virtually on April 16, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central time. Shareholders of record as of February 9, 2026, will vote to elect board members, with JRI seeking election of four Class II Board Members by common shareholders. No financial performance data or period comparisons are provided; the filing outlines voting procedures, quorum requirements, and virtual attendance details.

  • ·Record date: February 9, 2026
  • ·Proxy materials mailed on or about March 6, 2026
  • ·Virtual meeting access: meetnow.global/M6VY4FD
  • ·Registration for intermediary-held shares required 3 business days prior, by 5:00 p.m. ET
  • ·Quorum: majority of shares entitled to vote; 33 1/3% for Preferred Shares elections in select funds
Nuveen Variable Rate Preferred & Income FundDEF 14Aneutralmateriality 5/10

04-03-2026

Nuveen Variable Rate Preferred & Income Fund (NPFD), along with multiple other Nuveen funds, has issued a joint proxy statement for its virtual Annual Meeting of Shareholders on April 16, 2026, primarily to elect Board Members. For NPFD, this includes electing four Class II Board Members by holders of Common and Preferred Shares voting together as a single class, and two Board Members by Preferred Shares holders voting separately. The record date for shareholders entitled to vote is February 9, 2026, with no financial performance data or changes reported.

  • ·Annual Meeting held virtually via live webcast at meetnow.global/M6VY4FD, 2:00 p.m. Central Time on April 16, 2026; no physical location.
  • ·Quorum requires majority of shares entitled to vote, or 33 1/3% for Preferred Shares election of two Board Members.
  • ·Proxy mailed on or about March 6, 2026; registration for intermediary-held shares required 3 business days prior.
  • ·Shares located at 333 W. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606.
NUVEEN VIRGINIA QUALITY MUNICIPAL INCOME FUNDDEF 14Aneutralmateriality 5/10

04-03-2026

This DEF 14A proxy statement solicits shareholder votes for the election of board members at the virtual annual meeting on April 16, 2026, for Nuveen Virginia Quality Municipal Income Fund (NPV) and 15 other Nuveen funds. For NPV, holders of Common and Preferred Shares vote together to elect four Class II Board Members, while Preferred Share holders vote separately to elect two Board Members. The record date is February 9, 2026, with no financial performance metrics disclosed.

  • ·Annual Meeting: April 16, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time, virtual only via meetnow.global/M6VY4FD
  • ·Record date: February 9, 2026
  • ·Proxy materials mailed on or about March 6, 2026
  • ·Quorum: Majority of shares for most votes; 33 1/3% of Preferred Shares for their separate election
  • ·Registration for virtual attendance required 3 business days prior if held by intermediary
NUVEEN REAL ESTATE INCOME FUNDDEF 14Aneutralmateriality 5/10

04-03-2026

This DEF 14A proxy statement for Nuveen Real Estate Income Fund (JRS) and 15 other Nuveen funds solicits shareholder votes for the virtual annual meeting on April 16, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central time to elect board members, including four Class II Board Members for JRS voted by common shareholders. No financial performance data or other metrics are disclosed; the filing is purely procedural for governance.

  • ·Record date: February 9, 2026
  • ·Proxy materials mailed on or about March 6, 2026
  • ·Virtual meeting via meetnow.global/M6VY4FD; intermediaries must register 3 business days prior with legal proxy by 5:00 p.m. ET
  • ·Quorum: majority of shares for most votes; 33 1/3% of Preferred Shares for certain elections
  • ·SEC File Number: 811-10491; CIK: 0001158289
FACTSET RESEARCH SYSTEMS INC8-Kpositivemateriality 7/10

04-03-2026

FactSet announced the appointments of Kate Stepp as Chief AI Officer and Bob Stolte as Chief Technology Officer, effective March 2, 2026, to accelerate enterprise AI and platform strategy, with both reporting to CEO Sanoke Viswanathan. Kate Stepp previously served as CTO since September 2022, focusing on client-centric technology and AI expansion. These leadership changes reinforce FactSet's commitment to AI innovation, serving more than 9,000 global clients and 239,000 users across 19 countries.

  • ·Kate Stepp held the role of Chief Technology Officer since September 2022.
  • ·Appointments announced on March 4, 2026.
FULLER H B CODEFA14Aneutralmateriality 3/10

04-03-2026

H.B. Fuller Company filed definitive additional proxy materials (DEFA14A) on March 04, 2026, pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The filing indicates no fee is required and is marked as definitive additional materials. No financial metrics, proposals, or other substantive details are provided in the excerpt.

ALTISOURCE PORTFOLIO SOLUTIONS S.A.10-Kmixedmateriality 9/10

04-03-2026

Altisource Portfolio Solutions S.A. reported total revenue of $171M for the year ended December 31, 2025, up 7% YoY from $160M, driven by 16% growth in Origination service revenue to $35M and 5% increase in Servicer and Real Estate to $126M. However, gross profit declined 1% to $49M with margins contracting to 30% from 33%, income from operations fell 87% to $0.4M impacted by a $7.5M litigation settlement loss, and Marketplace revenue dropped 10% to $24M while Technology and SaaS Products declined 11% to $9M. The company achieved a net income attributable to Altisource of $1.6M, swinging from a $36M loss in 2024, supported by a 69% reduction in interest expense.

  • ·REO Inventory - Customers other than Rithm increased 230% to 2.4 (in thousands) as of Feb 15, 2026 from 0.7.
  • ·REO Inventory - Rithm remained flat at 1.0 (in thousands) as of Feb 15, 2026.
  • ·Corporate and Others segment reported operating loss of $32.8M in 2025 vs $34.8M in 2024.
  • ·SG&A expenses decreased 10% to $41M in 2025.
  • ·Filing date: March 04, 2026 for year ended December 31, 2025.
Nuveen Quality Municipal Income Fund8-Kpositivemateriality 8/10

04-03-2026

Nuveen Quality Municipal Income Fund extended the final mandatory redemption date for its Series 1 Variable Rate Demand Preferred Shares ($236.8M aggregate liquidation preference) and Series 2 Variable Rate Demand Preferred Shares ($267.5M aggregate liquidation preference) from September 11, 2026, to September 11, 2056, effective March 3, 2026. This extension applies to these senior securities, which rank ahead of common shares (NAD) in liquidation and dividends, with weekly dividend rates set by a remarketing agent and liquidity support from a provider. No performance declines or flat metrics were reported in this disclosure.

  • ·Dividends on VRDPs set weekly by remarketing agent, subject to maximum rate that increases during extended unsuccessful remarketing.
  • ·Liquidity feature allows holders to sell to liquidity provider if remarketing fails.
  • ·VRDPs not registered under Securities Act of 1933; disclosure not an offer to sell.
FULLER H B CODEF 14Aneutralmateriality 7/10

04-03-2026

H.B. Fuller Company's DEF 14A proxy statement, filed March 4, 2026, details the virtual 2026 Annual Meeting on April 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CT, with proposals to elect three directors for a three-year term until the 2029 Annual Meeting, ratify Ernst & Young LLP as independent auditors for the fiscal year ending November 28, 2026, and conduct a non-binding advisory vote on named executive officer compensation. The record date is February 18, 2026, and the filing includes XBRL-tagged disclosures on PEO and Non-PEO NEO compensation adjustments across fiscal years ending November 2021 through November 2025, covering equity awards, pensions, and fair value changes. No specific quantitative compensation figures or period-over-period changes are detailed in the provided content.

  • ·Meeting accessible virtually at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/FUL2026; 16-digit control number required.
  • ·Payment of filing fee: No fee required.
  • ·Fiscal periods referenced: 2020-11-29 to 2021-11-27, 2021-11-28 to 2022-12-03, 2022-12-04 to 2023-12-02, 2023-12-03 to 2024-11-30, 2024-12-01 to 2025-11-29.
ALTISOURCE PORTFOLIO SOLUTIONS S.A.8-Kmixedmateriality 9/10

04-03-2026

Altisource reported full year 2025 Service revenue growth of 7% YoY to $161.3M and Adjusted EBITDA growth of 5% YoY to $18.3M, with net income attributable to Altisource of $1.6M versus a $35.6M loss in 2024; however, Q4 2025 Service revenue grew only 4% YoY to $39.9M while Adjusted EBITDA declined 15% YoY to $4.0M, and gross profit margins contracted to 28% from 32%. The company secured sales wins estimated at $41.5M in potential annualized revenue and forecasts 2026 Service revenue of $165M-$185M (8.5% growth at midpoint) with Adjusted EBITDA of $15M-$20M. Q4 results included a $7.5M litigation settlement loss impacting profitability.

  • ·Sales wins estimated $20.6M annualized for Servicer and Real Estate segment and $20.9M for Origination segment in 2025.
  • ·Weighted average sales pipeline $30.4M-$38.0M potential annual revenue as of year-end.
  • ·Cash used in operating activities relatively flat at ~$5.1M loss for FY 2025 vs FY 2024.
  • ·Current portion of long-term debt reduced to $1.2M from $230.5M at Dec 31, 2024.
ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO /DE/8-Kmixedmateriality 9/10

04-03-2026

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. reported record Q4 FY2025 net sales of $1.7B, up 5% YoY with comparable sales +1%, and FY2025 net sales of $5.3B, up 6% YoY with comparable sales +3%, driven by Hollister's 15% FY growth while Abercrombie declined 1% FY. However, FY operating margin fell to 13.3% from 15.0% prior year, Q4 margin dropped to 14.1% from 16.2%, and FY EPS was $10.46 vs $10.69 prior. The company repurchased 5.4M shares for $450M (11% of shares outstanding) and outlooked FY2026 net sales growth of 3-5% with operating margin of 12.0-12.5%.

  • ·Cash and equivalents flat at ~$760M YoY; inventories up to $601M from $575M.
  • ·Liquidity stable at $1.2B.
  • ·FY2026 outlook includes Q1 sales growth 1-3%, op margin ~7%; assumes 15% US tariff impact (290bps Q1, 70bps FY).
  • ·Depreciation and amortization $155M FY2025 vs $154M FY2024.
Advanced Flower Capital Inc.8-Kmixedmateriality 8/10

04-03-2026

Advanced Flower Capital Inc. (AFCG) reported Q4 2025 GAAP net income of $0.9 million ($0.04 per share) and full-year 2025 GAAP net loss of $20.7 million ($0.95 per share loss), while Distributable Earnings were negative at $(2.8) million ($(0.12) per share) for Q4 but positive at $8.7 million ($0.39 per share) for the full year. Net interest income reached $5.2 million in Q4 and $24.6 million for the year, supported by $6.6 million and $31.3 million in interest income, respectively, though high expenses of $7.8 million in Q4 and a $22.6 million provision for credit losses annually contributed to the GAAP loss. The board declared a $0.05 per share dividend for Q1 2026, payable April 15, 2026.

  • ·Q4 2025 unrealized gains on loans at fair value: $3.5M
  • ·FY 2025 unrealized losses on loans at fair value: $7.9M
  • ·Q4 2025 management and incentive fees, net: $0.7M (after $0.2M rebate)
  • ·FY 2025 stock-based compensation: $6.8M
  • ·FY 2025 BDC conversion expenses: $1.2M
  • ·Basic weighted average shares Q4 2025: 22.7M; FY 2025: 22.2M
Advanced Flower Capital Inc.10-Knegativemateriality 10/10

04-03-2026

Advanced Flower Capital Inc. (AFCG) reported a net loss of $20.7M for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to net income of $16.8M in 2024, primarily due to a 40% YoY decline in interest income to $31.3M, sharply higher provisions for credit losses at $22.6M (vs $4.2M), and unrealized losses on loans. Distributable earnings dropped 75% YoY to $8.7M amid a contracting loan portfolio with total outstanding principal at $317.4M (down from $301.8M). While expenses decreased slightly to $15.7M and there was a $0.4M gain on debt extinguishment, net interest income fell 46% YoY to $24.6M.

  • ·Fair value of loans decreased to $26.1M as of 12/31/2025 from $30.5M as of 12/31/2024.
  • ·Loan repayments of $60.6M and amortization payments of $18.2M contributed to portfolio contraction in 2025.
  • ·New fundings totaled $41.7M in 2025.
  • ·Weighted average remaining life of loans at carrying value shortened to 1.4 years as of 12/31/2025 from 1.9 years as of 12/31/2024.
  • ·Largest loan exposure: Sub of Private Co. G at 22.0% of total AFC ($78.8M principal).
SmartRent, Inc.8-Kmixedmateriality 9/10

04-03-2026

SmartRent reported Q4 2025 total revenue of $36.5 million, up 3% YoY from $35.4 million, driven by 13% ARR growth to $61.6 million, 20% higher hardware revenue, and positive Adjusted EBITDA of $0.2 million versus a $7.4 million loss prior year. However, full-year 2025 revenue fell 13% to $152.3 million from $174.9 million due to 30% lower hardware sales and flat hosted services, with net loss widening to $60.6 million including a $24.9 million goodwill impairment, and Adjusted EBITDA loss of $16.4 million worse than $9.9 million prior year. Units Deployed grew 10% to 890,870, supported by strong Q4 bookings up 24%, while maintaining $105 million cash and no debt.

  • ·Hardware Units Shipped Q4 2025: 20,003 (-17% YoY)
  • ·SaaS ARPU Q4 2025: $5.83 (+3% YoY)
  • ·Q4 gross margin: 38.6% (+990 bps YoY)
  • ·FY operating expenses reduced by $13.2M
  • ·Remaining share repurchase authorization: $16.8M
  • ·Hub amortization revenue expected < $5.0M in 2026
LM FUNDING AMERICA, INC.8-Kmixedmateriality 8/10

04-03-2026

LM Funding America reported its highest monthly Bitcoin production in February 2026 at 8.7 BTC mined (up 11.5% MoM from 7.8 BTC in January), with energized hashrate increasing slightly to 0.78 EH/s and total machines rising to 7,513 after deploying 300 Bitmain S21 XP miners. However, the company sold 18.1 BTC, resulting in Bitcoin HODL declining 2.6% MoM to 354.7 BTC valued at $23.8M ($1.11 per diluted share), while its stock closed at $0.40 on March 2; it also extended its $11M Galaxy Digital loan maturity to April 24, 2026.

  • ·BTC sold in Feb 2026: 18.1 BTC
  • ·Oklahoma hashrate: 0.55 EH/s (up from 0.54 EH/s MoM)
  • ·Mississippi hashrate flat at 0.23 EH/s MoM
  • ·Loan maturity extended from original to April 24, 2026
BROWN FORMAN CORP8-Kmixedmateriality 9/10

04-03-2026

Brown-Forman reported Q3 FY26 net sales up 2% to $1.1B (+1% organic) and operating income up 21% to $340M (flat organic), but year-to-date FY26 net sales declined 2% to $3.0B (flat organic) with operating income flat at $905M (-3% organic) and diluted EPS down 8% to $1.41. While Whiskey net sales grew 2% and Emerging markets/Travel Retail rose 16%/9%, declines hit Tequila (-6%), US (-8%), Developed International (-2%), Rest of Portfolio (-34%), and non-branded/bulk (-64%). The company completed a $400M share repurchase, boosted cash from operations to $709M (+$263M YoY), and reaffirmed FY26 outlook for low-single-digit organic declines in net sales and operating income.

  • ·Gross margin expanded 50 bps to 59.9%; operating margin up 70 bps to 30.0%.
  • ·FY26 outlook: organic net sales and operating income decline low-single digits; capex $110-120M; effective tax rate 19-21%.
  • ·Regular quarterly dividend of $0.2310/share payable April 1, 2026 (record date March 9, 2026).
  • ·Conference call held March 4, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. ET.
GULFPORT ENERGY CORP8-Kpositivemateriality 7/10

04-03-2026

Gulfport Energy Corporation entered into a purchase agreement on March 3, 2026, to repurchase 84,416 shares of its common stock from accounts managed by Silver Point Capital, L.P. at $204.22 per share, for a total of approximately $17.2 million, reflecting a 2.3% discount to the NYSE closing price on March 2, 2026. This repurchase is part of the company's existing $1.5B common share repurchase program and is expected to close on March 9, 2026, reducing remaining availability under the program.

  • ·Filing dated March 4, 2026
  • ·Date of earliest event: March 3, 2026
SmartRent, Inc.10-Kmateriality 8/10

04-03-2026

XFLH Capital Corp8-Kneutralmateriality 4/10

04-03-2026

XFLH Capital Corporation announced on March 4, 2026, that holders of its IPO units (XFLHU) may elect to separately trade the ordinary shares and rights, with separate trading commencing on the NYSE on March 9, 2026, under symbols XFLH and XFLHR, respectively. Unseparated units will continue trading as XFLHU, and brokers must contact transfer agent Continental Stock Transfer & Trust Company to effect separations. The company issued a press release attached as Exhibit 99.1.

  • ·Ordinary shares have $0.0001 par value
  • ·Rights entitle holders to one-seventh (1/7th) of one ordinary share
  • ·Registrant is an emerging growth company
Aptiv PLC8-Kneutralmateriality 8/10

04-03-2026

Aptiv PLC announced on March 4, 2026, the commencement of a $1.5 billion private offering of senior notes due 2031 and senior notes due 2034 by its subsidiaries Cyprium Corporation and Cyprium Holdings Luxembourg S.à r.l. These notes are offered by subsidiaries of Versigent Limited, the holding company for Aptiv's Electrical Distribution Systems segment, ahead of a planned spin-off to shareholders. The offering targets qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A and offshore investors under Regulation S.

  • ·Offering exempt from registration pursuant to Rule 144A and Regulation S under the Securities Act
  • ·Press release issued pursuant to Rule 135c
ALERUS FINANCIAL CORP10-Kmixedmateriality 9/10

04-03-2026

Alerus Financial Corp reported net interest income surging 61.1% YoY to $172.5M in 2025, fueled by a wider net interest margin of 3.53%, while retirement and benefit services AUA grew 10.3% to $44.9B and mortgage originations doubled to $484.8M. However, noninterest income plunged 54.9% YoY to $51.9M, noninterest expenses rose 11.4% to $201.2M, resulting in net income dipping 1.9% to $17.4M, diluted EPS falling to $0.68 from $0.83, and ROA declining to 0.33%. Loans increased modestly 1.4% to $4.05B, but deposits contracted 4.2% to $4.19B and nonperforming loans rose to 1.71%.

  • ·Provision for loan losses decreased sharply to $556K from $18.1M YoY.
  • ·Investment securities declined to $768.5M from $863.6M.
  • ·Efficiency ratio worsened to 84.10% from 77.92%.
  • ·Dividend payout ratio increased to 122.06% from 95.18%.
  • ·Allowance for credit losses coverage of nonperforming loans fell to 89.65% from 95.30%.
FG Merger II Corp.425mixedmateriality 8/10

04-03-2026

Boxabl Inc. issued a promotional newsletter via StockTwits highlighting its SPAC merger with FG Merger II Corp. (FGMC), including a deadline extension to March 31, 2026, pending regulatory and shareholder approvals, following the merger agreement signed on August 4, 2025. Boxabl touted its $230M crowdfunding from over 60,000 investors since 2020 and products like the 361 sq ft Casita and 120 sq ft Baby Box. However, the communication emphasizes significant risks, including potential shareholder redemptions, regulatory delays, historical net losses, and failure to achieve commercialization.

  • ·Boxabl founded in 2017
  • ·FGMC final prospectus filed with SEC on January 29, 2025
  • ·Boxabl Annual Report on Form 10-K filed April 14, 2025
  • ·FGMC CIK: 1816937
  • ·Surviving entity to be renamed BOXABL Inc. with ticker $BXBL
  • ·FGMC address: 104 S. Walnut Street, Unit 1A, Itasca, Illinois 60143
  • ·Boxabl address: 5345 E North Belt Rd, Las Vegas NV 89115
WINMARK CORPDEF 14Aneutralmateriality 6/10

04-03-2026

Winmark Corporation's DEF 14A proxy statement solicits votes for its Annual Meeting on April 22, 2026, proposing to set the Board at seven members and elect seven directors, including incumbents Brett D. Heffes and Lawrence A. Barbetta; an advisory vote on executive compensation; and ratification of Grant Thornton LLP as auditors for fiscal 2026. The record date is March 2, 2026, with 3,577,421 shares of common stock outstanding entitled to vote. No financial performance metrics or period-over-period changes are detailed in the filing.

  • ·Annual Meeting location: 605 Highway 169 N, Suite 100, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55441 at 3:00 p.m. Central Daylight Time
  • ·Record date voting eligibility: close of business on March 2, 2026
  • ·Proxy materials first mailed on or about March 18, 2026
  • ·Proxy solicitation by Brett D. Heffes and Anthony D. Ishaug if no board recommendation
COCA-COLA EUROPACIFIC PARTNERS plc6-Kneutralmateriality 4/10

04-03-2026

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners plc (CCEP) announced that Independent Non-executive Director Guillaume Bacuvier will retire from the Board at the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 28 May 2026, after serving since January 2024. Uvashni Raman, current CFO of Booking.com, has been appointed as a new Independent Non-executive Director effective the same date, bringing extensive financial and operational experience from roles at Adevinta, Naspers, South 32, and BHP. The changes are part of the Board's succession planning.

  • ·Guillaume Bacuvier served on the Remuneration Committee.
  • ·Uvashni Raman's prior roles: Group CFO of Adevinta (2019-2023), CFO for Naspers Video Entertainment Division (2016-2019), South 32 Australian Region (2015-2016), multiple roles at BHP.
  • ·CCEP listed on Euronext Amsterdam, NASDAQ, London Stock Exchange, Spanish Stock Exchanges; constituent of NASDAQ 100 and FTSE 100.
Cohen & Steers Real Estate Opportunities & Income FundDEF 14Aneutralmateriality 6/10

04-03-2026

Joint definitive proxy statement for the annual stockholder meeting of nine Cohen & Steers closed-end funds, including Cohen & Steers Real Estate Opportunities & Income Fund (RLTY), to elect three Directors for each Fund for terms ending at the 2029 annual meeting. The meeting is scheduled for April 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. ET in New York, NY, with a record date of February 13, 2026. No financial performance data or period-over-period comparisons are provided in the filing.

  • ·Proxy materials first mailed on or about March 11, 2026
  • ·Quorum requires holders of a majority of shares outstanding for each Fund
  • ·Meeting may be adjourned up to 120 days after record date if quorum not present
  • ·RLTY fiscal year end: March 15; PTA fiscal year end: October 31; others December 31
FIRST FINANCIAL CORP /IN/10-Kmixedmateriality 10/10

04-03-2026

First Financial Corp (THFF) reported 2025 net income of $79.2M, up 67.5% YoY from $47.3M, fueled by 25.6% growth in net interest income to $219.9M and a reduced provision for credit losses to $8.2M from $16.2M. However, deposits declined 3.6% YoY to $4.55B amid rising borrowings to $480.7M, non-interest expenses increased 7.3% to $154.9M, and securities holdings fell to $1.15B. Total assets grew 3.6% to $5.76B, loans expanded 5.7% to $4.06B, ROE rose to 13.3% from 8.8%, and cash dividends increased to $2.04 per share.

  • ·Securities declined to $1.15B from $1.20B YoY.
  • ·Non-interest income slightly down to $42.0M from $42.8M.
  • ·Cash dividends declared per share increased quarterly, reaching $0.56 in Q4 2025 from $0.51 in Q4 2024.
  • ·Stock price high reached $61.25 in Q4 2025, up from $50.61 in Q4 2024.
United States 12 Month Natural Gas Fund, LP10-Kmixedmateriality 8/10

04-03-2026

UNL's net asset value per share declined 9.6% YoY to $7.34 at December 31, 2025, from $8.12, amid a 20.9% drop in average daily total net assets to $14.3M and ongoing net loss of $971k (narrowed 20% from $1.2M in 2024). While Partners’ Capital remained stable at $18.7M with slight 0.2% growth, total assets fell 1.2% to $18.8M and dividend/interest income decreased 35% to $586k with yield down to 4.09%. Commodity futures trading showed mixed results with $1.86M realized gains but $3.19M unrealized losses.

  • ·Unrealized loss on open commodity futures contracts: $(2.07M) at Dec 31 2025 vs gain $1.12M at Dec 31 2024.
  • ·Realized gain on closed commodity futures: $1.86M in 2025 vs loss $(7.41M) in 2024.
  • ·Net cash from operating activities: $1.95M in 2025 vs $(6.33M) in 2024.
  • ·Tax risk: Potential reallocation of income/gain items by IRS could make UNL liable for federal income tax.
VOYA CREDIT INCOME FUNDDEF 14Aneutralmateriality 6/10

04-03-2026

Voya Credit Income Fund (CIF) has issued a proxy statement for a special virtual shareholder meeting on May 19, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. (MST), seeking approval to amend its fundamental investment restriction to permit purchasing, selling, or holding real estate and commodities to the extent allowed by law, providing greater investment flexibility. The Board unanimously approved the proposal on January 22, 2026, and recommends voting FOR; shareholders of record as of February 23, 2026, are eligible to vote, with proxies due by May 18, 2026. No financial performance data or period comparisons are provided in the filing.

  • ·Meeting held virtually only at https://www.viewproxy.com/voyafunds/broadridgevsm/; physical attendance not possible
  • ·Voting methods: Internet (www.proxyvote.com/voya), telephone, mail, or virtually at meeting
  • ·Solicitor contact for questions: 1-888-290-2487
  • ·Fund address: 7337 East Doubletree Ranch Road, Suite 100, Scottsdale, Arizona 85258-2034; Phone: 1-800-992-0180
Aimfinity Investment Corp. I8-Kneutralmateriality 1/10

04-03-2026

Aimfinity Investment Corp. I issued an interest-free promissory note for $500 to I-Fa Chang, its CEO and Chairman, dated February 28, 2026. The note is due upon consummation of the pending Business Combination with Docter, Inc. (per merger agreement dated October 13, 2023) or the company's expiry, with option to convert into PubCo ordinary shares at $10 per share. This represents a minor insider financing with no performance metrics or period comparisons available.

  • ·Note is non-interest bearing unless overdue (then at prevailing short-term US Treasury Bill rate)
  • ·Conversion: outstanding principal divided by $10.00 per PubCo share; no fractional shares (cash in lieu)
  • ·Governed by New York law; payable from non-Trust Account funds if no Business Combination
Aimfinity Investment Corp. I425neutralmateriality 3/10

04-03-2026

Aimfinity Investment Corp. I, a blank check company, issued a promissory note for $500 to its CEO I-Fa Chang on February 28, 2026, to fund operations ahead of its pending business combination with Docter, Inc., originally agreed on October 13, 2023, and approved by shareholders on March 27, 2025. The note is payable upon closing of the business combination or company expiry and convertible into PubCo ordinary shares at $10.00 per share. A press release announcing a 'New Extension' was issued on March 3, 2026, as part of ongoing M&A communications.

  • ·Promissory note maturity date: upon business combination closing or company expiry
  • ·Note conversion price: $10.00 per PubCo ordinary share
  • ·Merger agreement date: October 13, 2023
  • ·Shareholder approval date: March 27, 2025
  • ·Final Prospectus filing date: March 6, 2025
Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.10-Kpositivemateriality 9/10

04-03-2026

Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. reported strong recovery in 2025 with net income surging 260% YoY to $35.2M from $9.8M in 2024, fueled by net interest income growth of 19% to $98.9M, total revenue up 25% to $108.3M, and provision for credit losses dropping sharply to $1.0M from $22.6M. Asset quality improved markedly with nonperforming assets to total assets at 0.49% versus 1.88% in 2024, and return on average assets rose to 1.09% from 0.31%. However, noninterest expenses increased 15% YoY to $58.8M due to higher salaries and professional services, while efficiency ratio improved modestly to 54.1% from 57.9%.

  • ·Provision for credit losses declined to $1.0M in 2025 from $22.6M in 2024.
  • ·Net (recoveries) charge-offs to average loans at -0.01% in 2025 vs 0.81% in 2024.
  • ·Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets for Bankwell Bank at 11.87% in 2025 (up from 11.64%).
  • ·Gains and fees from sales of loans jumped to $5.1M in 2025 from $0.5M in 2024.
SMITH MICRO SOFTWARE, INC.8-Kmixedmateriality 9/10

04-03-2026

Smith Micro reported Q4 FY2025 revenue of $4.0M, down 20% YoY from $5.0M, and FY2025 revenue of $17.4M, down 16% YoY from $20.6M, with gross margins improving slightly to 76.4% and 74.1% respectively. GAAP net losses narrowed to $4.7M ($0.20/share) in Q4 from $4.4M ($0.25/share) and to $30.1M ($1.46/share) for FY from $48.7M ($3.94/share), with non-GAAP losses also improving. William W. Smith Jr. is transitioning to Executive Chairman at month-end, with Tim Huffmyer becoming President and CEO, supported by $4M funding from Smith and his wife.

  • ·Total assets declined to $25.0M as of Dec 31, 2025 from $48.0M as of Dec 31, 2024.
  • ·Goodwill fully impaired to $0 as of Dec 31, 2025 from $11.1M as of Dec 31, 2024.
  • ·Accounts receivable net declined to $1.8M as of Dec 31, 2025 from $5.7M as of Dec 31, 2024.
  • ·Reverse stock split (1-for-8) effective April 10, 2024.
  • ·Investor conference call on March 4, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. ET.
WhiteHorse Finance, Inc.8-Kneutralmateriality 7/10

04-03-2026

On February 26, 2026, the Board of Directors of WhiteHorse Finance, Inc., at the recommendation of the Audit Committee, dismissed Crowe LLP as its independent registered public accounting firm effective upon issuance of the FY ended December 31, 2025 financial statements and appointed Deloitte & Touche LLP for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026. Crowe had served since 2006 with no disagreements, reportable events, or qualified audit opinions for fiscal years 2023 and 2024. No prior consultations occurred with Deloitte regarding accounting matters.

  • ·Crowe served as auditor since 2006 due to affiliated fund relationships.
  • ·Company provided Crowe with draft Form 8-K; Crowe's agreeing letter dated March 4, 2026 attached as Exhibit 16.1.
BROWN FORMAN CORP10-Qmixedmateriality 7/10

04-03-2026

Brown-Forman reported nine-month net income of $661M, down 9% YoY from $723M, with three-month net income also slightly declining 1% to $267M from $270M; diluted EPS for nine months fell 8% to $1.41 from $1.53. However, operating cash flow surged 59% YoY to $709M from $446M, comprehensive income rose to $793M for nine months, and total assets grew 3% sequentially to $8.3B as of January 31, 2026. The company repurchased $400M in treasury stock, contributing to lower cash of $383M, while restructuring charges decreased to $19M for nine months.

  • ·Restructuring charges for nine months ended Jan 31, 2026 totaled $19M, down from $33M prior year.
  • ·Proceeds from sale of equity method investment $350M in prior nine months; none in current.
  • ·Total inventories increased to $2,560M as of Jan 31, 2026 from $2,511M.
  • ·Goodwill increased to $1,536M from $1,505M due to foreign currency translation.
  • ·Other intangible assets net $1,088M as of Jan 31, 2026, up from $981M.
Emmaus Life Sciences, Inc.8-Kmixedmateriality 8/10

04-03-2026

Emmaus Life Sciences, Inc. entered into an Exclusive Supply Agreement with NeoImmuneTech, Inc. on March 2, 2026, as contemplated by the prior License and Exclusive Distribution Agreement dated December 24, 2025, granting NIT exclusive rights to market, sell, and distribute Endari® and generic equivalents for sickle cell disease in the U.S., its territories, and Canada. Under the Supply Agreement, Emmaus will exclusively supply the products to NIT at cost plus a specified double-digit percentage margin, subject to the License Agreement's Effective Date. However, the Effective Date depends on NIT obtaining necessary regulatory approvals and other conditions, with no assurance of occurrence and potential termination by either party if not achieved by October 1, 2026.

  • ·License Agreement previously reported in 8-K filed December 31, 2025
  • ·Field: sickle cell disease
  • ·Territory: U.S. and its territories/possessions, Canada
  • ·Full agreements to be filed as exhibits to 10-K for year ended December 31, 2025 and 10-Q for three months ended March 31, 2026
Edgemode, Inc.8-Kneutralmateriality 5/10

04-03-2026

Edgemode, Inc. entered into a securities purchase agreement on February 24, 2026, issuing a convertible promissory note with a $150,000 principal amount and $15,000 original issuance discount to CFI Capital LLC, receiving net proceeds of $130,000 after $5,000 in legal costs for working capital. The note accrues 6% annual interest payable in shares, matures on February 24, 2027, and becomes convertible after six months at 60% of the lowest trading price over the prior 15 trading days, with a 9.99% ownership cap. Standard events of default apply, potentially adjusting the conversion price to 45%.

  • ·Promissory note prepayment subject to penalties and premiums.
  • ·Issued in reliance on Section 4(a)(2) exemption from Securities Act registration.
  • ·Events of default include failure to honor conversion notices, SEC reporting delays, or delisting from OTC Markets.
FEDERAL AGRICULTURAL MORTGAGE CORP8-Kneutralmateriality 4/10

04-03-2026

Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation (Farmer Mac) issued a press release on March 4, 2026, announcing the date and time of its upcoming Investor Day webcast to discuss growth opportunities and strategic priorities. The filing lists various registered securities including Class A and Class C common stock and multiple series of preferred stock. No financial results or performance metrics were disclosed.

PennantPark Floating Rate Capital Ltd.8-Kpositivemateriality 9/10

04-03-2026

PennantPark Floating Rate Capital Ltd. entered into a Second Supplemental Indenture with Equiniti Trust Company, LLC, for the issuance of $200M aggregate principal amount of 6.75% notes due 2029, generating net proceeds of approximately $195.9M after underwriting discounts and expenses. The Company intends to use the proceeds to repay outstanding indebtedness under its multi-currency senior secured revolving credit facility with Truist Bank and other lenders, invest in portfolio companies, and for general corporate purposes. The notes are general unsecured obligations, ranking pari passu with existing unsecured debt but effectively subordinated to secured indebtedness.

  • ·Notes mature on March 4, 2029, with interest payable semi-annually on March 4 and September 4, commencing September 4, 2026.
  • ·Base Indenture dated March 23, 2021; credit facility initially entered August 12, 2021.
  • ·Indenture includes covenants for compliance with Investment Company Act asset coverage requirements and change of control repurchase at 100% principal plus accrued interest.
  • ·Notes offered under Registration Statement on Form N-2 (File No. 333-279726); prospectus supplements dated February 25, 2026.
Costamare Inc.20-Fneutralmateriality 7/10

04-03-2026

Costamare Inc. discloses its containership fleet in its 20-F annual report filed on March 04, 2026, consisting of 69 operating vessels with capacities ranging from 1,078 to 14,424 TEU and charter expirations from October 2026 to March 2036, primarily with charterers like Evergreen, MSC, COSCO, and Maersk. Average daily charter rates are provided for select vessels, such as $40,613 for the 14,424 TEU TRITON and $34,881 for the 9,469 TEU SHANGHAI, with TEU-weighted durations up to 6.9 years. Additionally, 10 newbuildings of 3,100 TEU each are under construction, with deliveries scheduled from Q2 2027 to Q4 2028 and employment secured upon delivery.

  • ·Largest vessels: Five 14,424 TEU ships (TRITON, TITAN, TALOS, TAURUS, THESEUS) chartered to Evergreen, expiring 2036.
  • ·Earliest charter expirations: October 2026 (MAERSK PUELO, ARKADIA), with some extendable.
  • ·Many charter details confidential (marked with *) including rates and exact expirations.
  • ·Newbuilding deliveries: Q2-Q4 2027 (4 vessels), Q1-Q4 2028 (6 vessels), with long-term or medium-term employment.
FARMER BROTHERS CODEFA14Aneutralmateriality 9/10

04-03-2026

Farmer Bros. Co. has filed a DEFA14A proxy statement providing additional information in connection with its proposed merger with BP I Brew Merger Sub Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Royal Cup, Inc., pursuant to a Merger Agreement dated March 3, 2026. The filing urges stockholders to read the forthcoming definitive proxy statement and other SEC documents for details on the transaction, with information on participants in the solicitation available in prior SEC filings including the Annual Report for the year ended June 30, 2025. Forward-looking statements highlight risks such as potential failure to complete the merger, legal proceedings, and business disruptions.

  • ·Merger Agreement executed on March 3, 2026.
  • ·Annual Report on Form 10-K for year ended June 30, 2025, filed September 11, 2025; Amendment No. 1 filed October 24, 2025.
  • ·Company address for document requests: 14501 N Fwy, Fort Worth, Texas 76177.
FARMER BROTHERS CO8-Kpositivemateriality 10/10

04-03-2026

Farmer Brothers Coffee Co. (NASDAQ: FARM) will be acquired by Royal Cup Coffee & Tea for $1.29 per share in an all-cash transaction, creating a scaled, integrated beverage solutions platform with support from Braemont Capital. The deal has unanimous board approval and is expected to close by June 30, 2026, subject to shareholder approval and customary conditions, after which FARM will become private and delist from NASDAQ. No period-over-period financial metrics were disclosed in the announcement.

  • ·Transaction expected to close in fiscal fourth quarter ending June 30, 2026.
  • ·Farmer Brothers founded in 1912; Royal Cup nearly 130 years old (since 1896).
  • ·Proxy statement to be filed with SEC; shareholders urged to read for details.
MARINEMAX INC8-Kpositivemateriality 7/10

04-03-2026

MarineMax, Inc. (HZO) issued a press release on March 4, 2026, announcing a new stock repurchase program, as disclosed in an 8-K filing under Item 8.01 Other Events. The press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1. The filing was signed by Michael H. McLamb, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Secretary.

FreightCar America, Inc.8-Kneutralmateriality 3/10

04-03-2026

FreightCar America, Inc. issued a press release on March 4, 2026, announcing its annual general meeting (AGM) scheduled for April 10, 2026 at 10:00 Central Time, with the record date set for the close of business on February 10, 2026. The press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1.

  • ·Company headquartered at 125 South Wacker Drive, Suite 1500, Chicago, Illinois 60606.
  • ·Telephone: (800) 458-2235.
  • ·Securities: Common Stock (RAIL) and Preferred Stock Purchase Rights on The Nasdaq Global Market.
OFFICE PROPERTIES INCOME TRUST8-Kmixedmateriality 9/10

04-03-2026

Office Properties Income Trust announced settlements from two mediations in its Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases: the UCC Settlement provides Unsecured Noteholders with 6.3% Reorganized Common Equity plus warrants and a $35M equity rights offering, while Priority Guaranteed Unsecured Notes recover 100% in equity; however, the 2027 Settlement involves a $385M promissory note and staggered cash payments totaling $60M to 2027 Senior Secured Note holders amid ongoing restructuring. Existing common shares will be cancelled on the Plan Effective Date with no recovery for shareholders. Monthly Operating Reports for January 2026 were also filed, though unaudited and limited in scope.

  • ·UCC Mediation concluded February 24, 2026; 2027 Mediation concluded March 2, 2026.
  • ·Trade and Vendor Claims to be paid in full in cash post-Plan Effective Date.
  • ·Debtors filed Monthly Operating Reports for January 1-31, 2026 (Exhibit 99.3).
  • ·Bankruptcy cases commenced October 30, 2025, Case No. 25-90530.
FENNEC PHARMACEUTICALS INC.8-Kpositivemateriality 6/10

04-03-2026

Fennec Pharmaceuticals Inc. announced on March 4, 2026, that the Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute is initiating a real-world study evaluating the clinical utility of PEDMARK® (sodium thiosulfate injection) in reducing ototoxicity risk for adolescent, young adult, and adult cancer patients receiving cisplatin-based chemotherapy. This development supports expanded evidence for the product's use beyond pediatric indications. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1.

Diversified Energy Co8-Kpositivemateriality 9/10

04-03-2026

Diversified Energy Company (NYSE: DEC, LSE: DEC) announced the execution of a purchase and sale agreement to acquire high-working interest natural gas properties and facilities in east Texas from Sheridan Production for $245M in cash, expected to close in Q2 2026 and funded via existing liquidity. The acquisition adds ~62 MMcfepd (~10 MBoepd) of 2026 production with low ~6% annual declines, ~$52M NTM EBITDA, and ~397 Bcfe PDP reserves at $310M PV-10, at an accretive ~PV-15 net valuation. The assets are contiguous to existing operations, offering synergies, with no declines in consolidated production profile pro forma.

  • ·Assets based on NYMEX strip as of February 2, 2026, with terminal prices of $3.75/MMBtu gas and $65/Bbl oil
  • ·Expected to maintain unchanged consolidated decline rate pro forma
  • ·Includes opportunities for future operating efficiencies and upside from undeveloped acreage
ALBEMARLE CORP8-Kpositivemateriality 6/10

04-03-2026

Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB) appointed Michelle T. Collins and Mark R. Widmar to its Board of Directors, effective February 26, 2026, as part of regular succession planning to enhance governance and long-term value creation. Collins, a former Vice Chair and Senior Audit Partner at Deloitte & Touche LLP with over 40 years of experience, will join the Audit & Finance Committee and Governance & Public Policy Committee. Widmar, CEO of First Solar since 2016, will join the Executive Compensation & Talent Development Committee and Safety, Sustainability, Operations & Capital Committee.

  • ·Press release dated March 2, 2026; SEC filing dated March 4, 2026
  • ·Collins served on Deloitte U.S. Board for six years as Vice Chair, Chair of Finance and Audit Committee, and Chair of Governance Committee
  • ·Widmar previously CFO at First Solar, GrafTech (2006-2011), and held financial roles at NCR Inc. and Dell Inc.; career started at Ernst & Young in 1987
AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS INC8-Kmixedmateriality 9/10

04-03-2026

AEO Inc. reported strong Q4 FY2025 results with total net revenue up 10% YoY to a record $1.8B, driven by +8% comparable sales including Aerie +23% and American Eagle +2%. However, full FY2025 revenue grew only 3% to $5.5B with American Eagle comps flat (0%), gross margin down 230 basis points to 36.9%, adjusted operating income down to $328M from $445M, and adjusted diluted EPS declining to $1.50 from $1.74. The company returned $341M to shareholders via buybacks and dividends, exited the Quiet Platform logistics business incurring $102M in charges, and provided FY2026 guidance for operating income of $390-410M.

  • ·Q4 FY2025 GAAP operating profit $96M impacted by $84M impairments/restructuring; adjusted $180M (+27% YoY).
  • ·FY2025 capex $261M; FY2026 guidance $250-260M.
  • ·Q1 FY2026 outlook: comps high-single digit, operating income $20-25M.
  • ·Cash and equivalents $239M at Jan 31, 2026 (down from $309M prior year); current ratio 1.52 (flat YoY).
AMERISERV FINANCIAL INC /PA/8-Kneutralmateriality 8/10

04-03-2026

Michael D. Lynch, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of AmeriServ Financial, Inc., announced his retirement after a long career of over 40 years, effective May 18, 2026. The company is conducting a search for his replacement. The filing was reported on March 4, 2026, and signed by Jeffrey A. Stopko, President and Chief Executive Officer.

  • ·Company headquartered at Main and Franklin Streets, Johnstown, PA 15901
  • ·Telephone: 814-533-5300
  • ·Common Stock traded as ASRV on NASDAQ
Omega Flex, Inc.8-Knegativemateriality 9/10

04-03-2026

Omega Flex, Inc. reported FY 2025 net sales of $98.3M, down 3.3% YoY from $101.7M, with Q4 sales declining 6.5% to $25.2M from $27.0M, driven by lower unit volumes amid a suppressed housing market. Net income fell 17.7% to $14.8M for the year from $18.0M, and dropped 27.1% in Q4 to $3.4M from $4.7M, due to lower sales and higher product development expenses. EPS declined to $1.47 annually from $1.78 and to $0.34 in Q4 from $0.46.

  • ·Decrease in net sales mainly due to lower sales unit volumes from suppressed market and decline in housing starts.
  • ·Net income decline also attributed to increase in product development, certification, and consulting related expenses.
  • ·Filing date: March 04, 2026, for periods ended December 31, 2025.
FRANKLIN STREET PROPERTIES CORP /MA/8-Kpositivemateriality 9/10

04-03-2026

Franklin Street Properties Corp. (FSP) closed a $320M secured credit facility with an affiliate of TPG Credit, using an initial $258.5M drawdown (net of $16.5M original issue discount) to fully repay $248.9M of outstanding indebtedness, with up to $45M available in delayed draw term loans for tenant improvements and other uses. The facility features a 9.0% initial coupon rate, 4.0% exit fee, and maturity on February 26, 2029, secured by a first priority lien on substantially all assets. Management highlighted the refinancing as addressing near-term debt maturities amid an uneven office market, while continuing review of strategic alternatives to maximize shareholder value.

  • ·Facility maturity date: February 26, 2029, with potential one-year extension at company's option subject to conditions.
  • ·Collateral: first priority lien on substantially all assets of the Company.
  • ·Core markets: Dallas, Denver, Houston, and Minneapolis.
PREFORMED LINE PRODUCTS CO8-Kmixedmateriality 9/10

04-03-2026

Preformed Line Products (PLPC) reported Q4 2025 net sales of $173.1M, up 4% YoY from $167.1M, and full-year 2025 net sales of $669.3M, up 13% YoY from $593.7M, driven by energy and communications markets, with backlog surging 22% to $232.8M. However, Q4 net income declined 19% to $8.4M from $10.5M due to tariffs and LIFO inventory costs, and full-year net income fell 5% to $35.3M from $37.1M, impacted by a pension termination charge. Adjusted full-year diluted EPS rose 16% to $8.70, and the quarterly dividend increased 5% to $0.21 per share.

  • ·Q4 gross profit declined to $51.6M from $55.6M YoY due to higher cost of products sold.
  • ·Q4 operating income fell to $11.7M from $17.5M YoY.
  • ·Cash and equivalents increased 46% to $83.4M as of Dec 31, 2025.
  • ·Inventories rose to $148.7M from $129.9M year-end.
  • ·Incremental sales from acquired JAP Telecom in Asia-Pacific.
CONSUMER PORTFOLIO SERVICES, INC.8-Kpositivemateriality 7/10

04-03-2026

Consumer Portfolio Services, Inc. (CPS) announced the closing of a $50M securitization of residual interests on March 4, 2026, secured by an 80% interest in a CPS majority-owned affiliate (MOA) that holds residuals from four CPS securitizations issued between January 2025 and October 2025. The notes carry an 8.75% coupon, with monthly interest payments and principal allocations as needed to maintain a specified minimum collateral ratio. CPS stated this transaction is in the ordinary course of business, with no financial statements provided.

  • ·MOA owns residuals in four CPS securitizations issued from January 2025 through October 2025.
  • ·Over-collateralization defined as outstanding principal balance of receivables less notes.
MVB FINANCIAL CORP8-Knegativemateriality 8/10

04-03-2026

On February 26, 2026, Glen W. Herrick resigned immediately as director of MVB Financial Corp and MVB Bank, Inc., where he served as Chair of the Audit Committee and a member of the Finance Committee, citing concerns with the Company's corporate governance practices, executive compensation philosophy, and strategic focus. Cheryl Spielman, an existing Audit Committee member and qualified audit committee financial expert, was appointed as the new Chair of the Audit Committee. The resignation letter does not implicate any issues with financial statements, accounting, internal controls, or auditing.

  • ·Resignation letter attached as Exhibit 17.1.
  • ·Company provided disclosures to Mr. Herrick and will file any response letter from him as an amendment within two business days of receipt.
  • ·Filing signed by Michael R. Sumbs on March 4, 2026.
FARADAY FUTURE INTELLIGENT ELECTRIC INC.8-Kneutralmateriality 4/10

04-03-2026

On February 26, 2026, Chui Tin Mok, an executive director on the Board of Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc., notified the Board of his intent to resign upon confirmation of a successor to focus on business execution in the UAE and Middle East. He will continue serving as an executive officer and Head of FF Middle East. The resignation has no immediate impact as no successor is yet named.

  • ·Trading symbols: FFAI (Class A common stock), FFAIW (redeemable warrants) on Nasdaq Stock Market LLC
  • ·Company confirmed as emerging growth company
  • ·Business address: 18455 S. Figueroa Street, Gardena, CA 90248
  • ·Former name: Property Solutions Acquisition Corp. (changed March 4, 2020)
FIFTH THIRD BANCORP8-K/Apositivemateriality 9/10

04-03-2026

Fifth Third Bancorp completed its acquisition of Comerica Incorporated on February 1, 2026, pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger dated October 5, 2025. This 8-K/A amends the original February 2, 2026 filing to include Comerica's audited consolidated financial statements as of and for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023, and 2022, unaudited statements as of and for periods ended September 30, 2025, and unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial information for Fifth Third as of September 30, 2025 and relevant income periods. No specific performance metrics or changes are detailed in the filing text.

  • ·Original 8-K filed February 2, 2026
  • ·Comerica audited financials cover fiscal years ended December 31, 2024, 2023, 2022
  • ·Pro forma balance sheet as of September 30, 2025; income statements for nine months ended September 30, 2025 and year ended December 31, 2024 assuming Transaction on January 1, 2024
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock CORPSC 14D9mixedmateriality 9/10

04-03-2026

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corp (GLDD) filed SC 14D9 on March 4, 2026, disclosing multiple sets of FY2026E-2030E financial projections in response to a tender offer and potential merger, with revenue projected to grow from $864-900M in 2026E to $1,012M in 2030E and Adjusted EBITDA from $178-185M to $249M across scenarios. However, revenue shows a decline or flat performance in 2027E (e.g., $900M to $879M, -2.2% YoY), and Updated January 2026 projections reflect significantly lower Unlevered Free Cash Flow of $34M in 2026E versus prior estimates of $67-81M. Guggenheim Securities rendered a fairness opinion on February 10, 2026, stating the $17 per share offer price is fair from a financial point of view to shareholders.

  • ·Capital expenditures projected at $87M in 2026E, declining to $24-25M in 2028E-2030E across recent projections.
  • ·Taxes embedded in Unlevered Free Cash Flow calculations: $32M-$47M annually 2026E-2030E (excluding NOL balance).
  • ·2025 Annual Report filed February 23, 2026.
  • ·Guggenheim Securities engaged since October 28, 2025.
Fold Holdings, Inc.8-Kmixedmateriality 5/10

04-03-2026

Fold Holdings, Inc. disclosed under Regulation FD that it anticipates launching its credit card in the coming weeks, following a post on X, subject to successful negotiations and sign-off from third-party service providers. However, the company cautioned that it cannot guarantee the launch will occur in the indicated timeframe or at all. This forward-looking update elaborates on the social media announcement without providing financial details or timelines.

  • ·State of incorporation: Delaware
  • ·Commission File Number: 001-41168
  • ·IRS Employer Identification No.: 86-2170416
  • ·Emerging growth company: Yes
  • ·Trading symbols: FLD (common stock), FLDDW (warrants)
Safeguard Acquisition Corp.10-Kneutralmateriality 6/10

04-03-2026

Safeguard Acquisition Corp. (SAC-UN), a blank check company with no operating history or revenues since inception on June 27, 2025, reported total assets of $232.3M as of December 31, 2025, driven by $230.5M in cash and investments held in its Trust Account from 23,000,000 Class A Ordinary Shares at $10.02 per share redemption value. However, the company recorded an accumulated deficit of $7.5M and total shareholders’ deficit of $7.5M due to formation and operating costs, with total liabilities of $9.3M including a $9.2M deferred underwriting fee. It continues seeking a business combination target with significant revenue growth potential and long-term contract visibility.

  • ·Balance sheet as of December 31, 2025, covering period from inception June 27, 2025.
  • ·Prepaid insurance short-term: $67,508; long-term: $62,426.
  • ·Audited by Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm (PCAOB ID 206).

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