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VCI Global Reaffirms Oobit Transaction as Ecosystem Partners Target Completion of OOB Digital Treasury Infrastructure by Q1 2026

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Vci Global Limited

VCI Global Reaffirms Oobit Transaction as Ecosystem Partners Target Completion of OOB Digital Treasury Infrastructure by Q1 2026

12/30/2025 06:00 AM • VCI Global reaffirmed its ongoing transaction with the Oobit ecosystem, targeting completion of digital treasury infrastructure by Q1 2026. The company plans to hold approximately 250 million OOB tokens and acquire $50 million worth through secondary market purchases. The Oobit initiative includes participation from major stablecoin providers like Tether and is designed as institutional-grade digital asset infrastructure for payment settlement and treasury functions.

MSpP - Mentioned in additional notifications but no substantive details provided about their role or impact in the main article
VCIG - The company is reaffirming commitment to a strategic long-term digital asset infrastructure initiative with major institutional partners. The planned significant token holdings ($50M+ acquisition plus 250M tokens) and focus on building durable, compliant infrastructure demonstrates confidence in the project's viability and alignment with the company's DAT strategy.

#digital treasury #stablecoin settlement #OOB tokens #institutional infrastructure #digital asset ecosystem #Oobit #compliance #scalability

RH INVESTIGATION: Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP Announces Investigation into RH and Encourages Investors with Substantial Losses or Witnesses with Relevant Information to Contact the Firm

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd Llp

RH INVESTIGATION: Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP Announces Investigation into RH and Encourages Investors with Substantial Losses or Witnesses with Relevant Information to Contact the Firm

12/30/2025 06:00 AM • Law firm Robbins Geller is investigating RH for potential securities law violations related to false or misleading statements. RH reported Q4 2024 earnings significantly below guidance (EPS $1.58 vs. $1.92 expected, revenue $812M vs. $830M expected), causing the stock to fall over 40%.

MSpO - Mentioned in additional notifications but no substantive details provided about their role or impact in the main article
RH - RH is under investigation for potential securities violations involving false or misleading statements. The company reported significant earnings misses compared to guidance, resulting in a 40% stock price decline, indicating material financial underperformance and potential disclosure failures.

#securities fraud investigation #RH earnings miss #stock price decline #class action lawsuit #investor losses #misleading statements

CBL International Facilitates Xiaomo Port's First LNG Bunkering for BYD in Shenzhen

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Cbl International Limited

CBL International Facilitates Xiaomo Port's First LNG Bunkering for BYD in Shenzhen

12/30/2025 05:38 AM • CBL International Limited announced the completion of Xiaomo Port's first LNG bunkering operation serving BYD in Shenzhen, in collaboration with CNOOC. The operation supports maritime decarbonization efforts, with LNG capable of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 20% and lowering fuel costs by 25%-30%. This milestone diversifies CBL's revenue streams and expands its sustainable fuel offerings.

BVNRY - The leadership transition appears orderly and strategic, with a smooth handover from Debruyne to Eberhard, maintaining continuity and stability in the company's governance
BYDDY - BYD is advancing its maritime decarbonization strategy by utilizing LNG bunkering services, aligning with global environmental regulations and reducing operational fuel costs by 25%-30%.

#LNG bunkering #maritime decarbonization #sustainable fuel #Xiaomo Port #marine energy services #FuelEU Maritime #IMO 2030/2050 targets

Man Group PLC : Form 8.3 - Dowlais Group plc

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Man Group PLC : Form 8.3 - Dowlais Group plc

12/30/2025 04:56 AM • Man Group PLC has disclosed a 1.73% interest in Dowlais Group plc through cash-settled derivatives totaling 22,846,151 shares as of December 29, 2025. The disclosure was made in connection with American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc.'s offer for Dowlais Group plc. Man Group increased its long position by 19,450 shares through an equity swap transaction at 0.8470 GBP per unit.

MSpE - Mentioned in additional notifications but no substantive details provided about their role or impact in the main article
AXL - American Axle & Manufacturing is the offeror in the takeover of Dowlais Group. The disclosure of Man Group's position is a routine regulatory requirement and does not indicate positive or negative sentiment regarding the offer itself.

#takeover disclosure #Form 8.3 #cash-settled derivatives #equity swap #relevant securities #1% threshold

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Form 8.5 (EPT/RI) - Greencore Group Plc

12/30/2025 04:54 AM • Shore Capital Stockbrokers Ltd, an exempt principal trader with recognised intermediary status, has disclosed public dealings in Greencore Group Plc ordinary shares on 29 December 2025. The firm purchased 9,071 shares at prices ranging from 252.5p to 253.14p per unit and sold 9,071 shares at prices between 253p and 253.5p per unit. The disclosure was made in accordance with Rule 8.5 of the Takeover Code.

MSpI - Mentioned in additional notifications but no substantive details provided about their role or impact in the main article
GNCGY - This is a regulatory disclosure of routine trading activity by an intermediary acting in a client-serving capacity. The balanced buy/sell activity (equal volumes at similar prices) indicates normal market-making operations with no material implications for the company's fundamentals or strategic position.

#exempt principal trader #dealing disclosure #Takeover Code #ordinary shares #public dealing

Man Group PLC : Form 8.3 - American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc

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Man Group PLC : Form 8.3 - American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc

12/30/2025 04:54 AM • Man Group PLC has filed a Form 8.3 disclosure under the Takeover Code, revealing its interests and short positions in American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. in connection with a potential offer involving Dowlais Group plc. The disclosure shows Man Group holds 258,414 shares (0.21%) and has cash-settled derivative short positions of 1,995,831 securities (1.68%), with recent swap transactions increasing short positions.

MSpF - Mentioned in additional notifications but no substantive details provided about their role or impact in the main article
AXL - Man Group's significant short position (1.68% via derivatives) suggests bearish sentiment on the company's prospects, particularly in context of the potential Dowlais Group offer

#Form 8.3 #Takeover Code #disclosure #short position #derivatives #American Axle & Manufacturing #Dowlais Group

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Form 8.5 (EPT/RI) - Bakkavor Group Plc

12/30/2025 04:52 AM • Shore Capital Stockbrokers Ltd, an exempt principal trader connected to Greencore Group Plc, disclosed public dealings in Bakkavor Group Plc securities on 29 December 2025. The firm purchased 3,679 ordinary shares at 234.8825p and sold 3,679 ordinary shares at 235p per unit.

MSpK - Mentioned in additional notifications but no substantive details provided about their role or impact in the main article
GNCGY - Greencore is mentioned only as the party to which the exempt principal trader is connected for regulatory purposes. The disclosure contains no information about Greencore's operations, performance, or involvement in the transaction, warranting a neutral sentiment.

#takeover disclosure #exempt principal trader #securities dealing #Bakkavor Group Plc #Greencore Group Plc #Shore Capital Stockbrokers #Rule 8.5 #client-serving capacity

This Jared Kushner-Backed Insurance Stock Is Starting To Fizzle Out: Momentum Score Drops

Benzinga • Vishaal Sanjay

This Jared Kushner-Backed Insurance Stock Is Starting To Fizzle Out: Momentum Score Drops

12/30/2025 04:31 AM • Oscar Health Inc. (NYSE:OSCR) is experiencing declining momentum with its Momentum score dropping from 62.07 to 13.22 in one week, amid a 19.14% monthly decline. The health insurance stock has underperformed with only 7% year-to-date gains. Health insurance stocks face pressure due to uncertainties regarding Affordable Care Act subsidy extensions. Despite current weakness, analysts expect a turnaround in 2026, with Piper Sandler upgrading the stock to 'Overweight' with a $25 price target, implying 72% upside potential.

MSpL - Mentioned in additional notifications but no substantive details provided about their role or impact in the main article
OSCR - The stock shows significant momentum deterioration with a sharp drop in momentum score, 19.14% monthly decline, and unfavorable price trends across all timeframes. However, the negative sentiment is tempered by analyst optimism for 2026 recovery and a recent 'Overweight' upgrade with substantial upside potential.

#health insurance #momentum decline #Affordable Care Act #stock volatility #analyst upgrade #healthcare sector pressure

These 3 Consumer Stocks Just Authorized Big-Time Buyback Programs

Investing.com • Leo Miller

These 3 Consumer Stocks Just Authorized Big-Time Buyback Programs

12/30/2025 03:50 AM • Kroger, Lululemon, and Etsy have announced significant share repurchase authorizations totaling billions of dollars, with buyback capacity equal to 5% or more of their market capitalizations. Kroger added $2 billion to its buyback program with a 14.4% LTM buyback yield, Lululemon approved $1 billion amid CEO transition and weak growth forecasts, and Etsy announced $750 million in buybacks to restore investor confidence after recent earnings disappointment and leadership changes.

KR - Strong buyback execution with $2.9 billion total capacity (7.2% of market cap), aggressive LTM buyback yield of 14.4%, solid dividend yield of 2.2%, and demonstrated confidence in operations.

#share buybacks #share repurchase #consumer stocks #earnings per share #market capitalization #CEO transition #investor confidence

2025’s Most Downgraded Stocks: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2026

Investing.com • Thomas Hughes

2025’s Most Downgraded Stocks: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2026

12/30/2025 03:44 AM • The article analyzes five heavily downgraded stocks in 2025 that show signs of recovery in 2026. Lululemon, UPS, Chipotle, Salesforce, and Comcast all hit bottoms in late 2025 with catalysts for rebound including new leadership, operational improvements, AI momentum, and resumed growth expectations. Analysts project 10-30% upside potential for these stocks in 2026.

LULU - CEO change, international expansion focus, strong Q3 results, $1B buyback increase, analyst price target increases, and 10%+ upside potential from resistance levels indicate strong recovery momentum.

#downgraded stocks #2026 outlook #stock recovery #analyst ratings #market rebound #buyback programs #AI momentum #growth catalysts

The 5 Most Upgraded Stocks from 2025: Double-Digit Upside in 2026

Investing.com • Thomas Hughes

The 5 Most Upgraded Stocks from 2025: Double-Digit Upside in 2026

12/30/2025 03:33 AM • MarketBeat identifies five stocks with the most bullish analyst upgrades in 2025, all driven by AI-driven growth and cloud services demand. Alphabet, CrowdStrike, Snowflake, Amazon, and Meta Platforms are positioned for double-digit upside in 2026, with consensus price targets suggesting 15-27% gains and high-end targets reaching up to 47% potential upside.

MSpA - Mentioned in additional notifications but no substantive details provided about their role or impact in the main article
GOOG - Strong 2025 performance with Gemini 3 launch, Google Cloud Platform strength, and new semiconductor revenue streams. Consensus target implies fair valuation at current levels with 20% upside potential to $385 from bullish analysts.

#analyst upgrades #AI growth #cloud services #price targets #2026 outlook #momentum stocks

US Equity Outlook 2026: AI Growth Vs. Valuation Risks

Investing.com • Tafara Tsoka

US Equity Outlook 2026: AI Growth Vs. Valuation Risks

12/30/2025 01:39 AM • The US equity market enters 2026 at a critical inflection point, transitioning from AI-led rallies to earnings-driven growth. While secular growth drivers remain intact, returns are expected to be more moderate and selective. Leadership is likely to broaden beyond mega-cap tech into industrials, energy infrastructure, healthcare, and financials. Markets will shift from narrative-driven to execution-driven investing, with valuations facing a ceiling that caps upside potential.

AAPL - Mega-cap tech company mentioned in market data but not specifically discussed in the outlook. Expected to face broader leadership rotation away from mega-cap tech dominance in 2026.

#US equity market #AI growth #valuation risks #earnings delivery #monetary policy #multiple expansion #mega-cap tech #market normalization #capital discipline

The Motley Fool • Daniel Sparks

Why This "Magnificent Seven" Stock Is 1 of My Top Dividend Stock Ideas for 2026 and Beyond

12/29/2025 10:31 PM • Meta Platforms is highlighted as a top dividend stock idea for 2026 and beyond despite its current low 0.3% dividend yield. The company has significant room for dividend growth given its low payout ratio, strong business fundamentals with 26% YoY revenue growth, and substantial free cash flow of $10.6 billion in Q3. However, Meta plans aggressive capital expenditures of $70-72 billion in 2025 for AI infrastructure, which may limit near-term dividend increases. The stock trades at a P/E ratio of 29, making continued rapid growth essential to justify valuations.

META - Meta demonstrates strong fundamentals with accelerating revenue growth (26% YoY), substantial free cash flow ($10.6B in Q3), and significant dividend growth potential given its low payout ratio. The company returns meaningful capital through both dividends and share repurchases ($3.2B in Q3). While aggressive AI spending may temporarily limit dividend increases, the underlying business strength and growth trajectory support a positive outlook for long-term dividend investors.

#dividend growth #Meta Platforms #Magnificent Seven #AI infrastructure investment #share repurchases #free cash flow #capital expenditures

NJDCY Announcement: If You Have Suffered Losses in Nidec Corporation (OTC: NJDCY), You Are Encouraged to Contact The Rosen Law Firm About Your Rights

GlobeNewswire Inc. • The Rosen Law Firm

NJDCY Announcement: If You Have Suffered Losses in Nidec Corporation (OTC: NJDCY), You Are Encouraged to Contact The Rosen Law Firm About Your Rights

12/29/2025 08:33 PM • The Rosen Law Firm is investigating potential securities claims against Nidec Corporation after the company announced a probe into accounting issues at its China unit. Nidec's ADRs fell 22.7% on September 4, 2025, following the disclosure. Investors who purchased Nidec securities may be eligible to join a class action lawsuit seeking recovery of losses.

MO - Increased buyback authorization to $2 billion, complementing high 7.3% dividend yield, but facing challenges with slowing top-line growth
NJDCY - The company disclosed accounting irregularities in its China unit, resulting in a 22.7% stock price decline and triggering a securities class action investigation. This represents material negative news affecting shareholder value.

#securities fraud #accounting issues #class action lawsuit #investor losses #China unit probe #stock decline

Could Buying High-Yield Enterprise Products Partners Today Set You Up for Life?

The Motley Fool • Reuben Gregg Brewer

Could Buying High-Yield Enterprise Products Partners Today Set You Up for Life?

12/29/2025 08:31 PM • Enterprise Products Partners, a midstream energy master limited partnership, offers a 6.8% distribution yield with 27 consecutive years of annual increases. The company maintains investment-grade credit ratings and covers its distribution 1.7x with distributable cash flow, making it attractive for income-focused investors seeking reliable, sustainable dividends despite modest growth prospects.

EPD - Strong business fundamentals with 27 years of consecutive distribution increases, 6.8% yield significantly above market average, investment-grade balance sheet, 1.7x distribution coverage ratio, and proven resilience during industry downturns (maintained distributions when peers cut in 2016 and 2020). Ideal for income investors seeking reliability.

#master limited partnership #midstream energy #high-yield dividend #distribution coverage #income investing #energy infrastructure

Best GLP-1 Patches and Ozempic Alternatives for 2026: Industry Analysis Examines What Herbal Wellness Patches Actually Contain as New Year Weight Management Searches Surge

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Not Specified

Best GLP-1 Patches and Ozempic Alternatives for 2026: Industry Analysis Examines What Herbal Wellness Patches Actually Contain as New Year Weight Management Searches Surge

12/29/2025 07:44 PM • An industry analysis examines the growing market for herbal wellness patches marketed as GLP-1 alternatives, clarifying that these topical products contain botanical ingredients like peony root extract and mineral oil—not pharmaceutical GLP-1 receptor agonists like semaglutide or tirzepatide. The analysis emphasizes that no FDA-approved GLP-1 patches exist, distinguishes between prescription medications and herbal wellness products, and provides consumers with evaluation frameworks for understanding product claims, company transparency, and realistic expectations for this unproven product category.

VECO - Won Corporate ORBIE Award, highlighting cybersecurity achievements
NVO - Novo Nordisk's FDA-approved GLP-1 medications (Ozempic, Wegovy) are positioned as the gold standard with 'the strongest clinical evidence base for weight management' and 'extensive clinical trials.' The article contrasts these prescription medications favorably against unproven herbal alternatives, implicitly validating their efficacy and regulatory oversight.

#GLP-1 patches #weight loss patches #herbal wellness #Ozempic alternatives #FDA regulation #consumer marketing #transdermal delivery #weight management #pharmaceutical vs herbal #product transparency

MCTA Stockholders with Large Losses Should Contact Robbins LLP for Information About Leading the Charming Medical, Limited Class Action

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Robbins Llp

MCTA Stockholders with Large Losses Should Contact Robbins LLP for Information About Leading the Charming Medical, Limited Class Action

12/29/2025 07:41 PM • Robbins LLP is investigating allegations that Charming Medical, Limited (MCTA) engaged in a fraudulent stock promotion scheme involving social media misinformation and impersonated financial professionals. The stock surged from $4.00 to $29.36 per share before the SEC halted trading on November 12, 2025. The company allegedly failed to disclose the artificial trading activity and false rumors driving the price spike.

MCTA - Company is subject to SEC trading halt and class action lawsuit alleging fraudulent stock promotion scheme, undisclosed insider share dumping, and failure to disclose material information about artificial price inflation driven by social media misinformation.

#class action lawsuit #fraudulent stock promotion #SEC trading halt #social media misinformation #securities fraud #shareholder losses

Integer Holdings Corporation Stockholders with Losses Should Contact Robbins LLP to Learn About Leading the ITGR Securities Class Action

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Robbins Llp

Integer Holdings Corporation Stockholders with Losses Should Contact Robbins LLP to Learn About Leading the ITGR Securities Class Action

12/29/2025 07:39 PM • Robbins LLP is investigating a securities class action against Integer Holdings Corporation (ITGR) for allegedly misleading investors about demand for its electrophysiology (EP) devices. The company vastly overstated EP device demand, which had actually declined significantly. On October 23, 2025, Integer cut its full-year 2025 guidance and admitted two PE devices experienced slower-than-forecasted adoption, causing the stock to plummet 32% to $73.89 per share. Shareholders with losses are eligible to participate in the class action, with a lead plaintiff deadline of February 9, 2026.

ITGR - The company is accused of misleading investors about EP device demand, which actually declined significantly. Management cut full-year guidance and admitted to slower-than-forecasted product adoption, resulting in a 32% stock price decline and triggering a securities class action lawsuit.

#securities class action #misleading investors #electrophysiology devices #demand overstatement #guidance cut #stock decline #shareholder losses

CPNG Stockholders with Large Losses Should Contact Robbins LLP for Information About Leading the Coupang, Inc. Securities Class Action

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Robbins Llp

CPNG Stockholders with Large Losses Should Contact Robbins LLP for Information About Leading the Coupang, Inc. Securities Class Action

12/29/2025 07:39 PM • Robbins LLP has filed class action lawsuits against three companies: Coupang, Inc. for failing to disclose a material cybersecurity breach involving unauthorized employee access to customer data; Charming Medical, Limited for engaging in a fraudulent stock promotion scheme; and Integer Holdings Corporation for misleading investors regarding product demand. Shareholders with significant losses are encouraged to contact the firm.

SXTPW - Mixed financial performance with revenue growth but increased losses, ongoing research and development efforts, and strategic partnerships indicate potential future opportunities
CPNG - Company failed to disclose inadequate cybersecurity protocols that allowed unauthorized access to sensitive customer data for six months and failed to report the breach in compliance with SEC rules, resulting in stock price decline and investor harm.

#class action lawsuit #cybersecurity breach #securities fraud #shareholder litigation #data breach #investor losses #regulatory violations

Why DigitalBridge Group Stock Rocked the Market Today

The Motley Fool • Eric Volkman

Why DigitalBridge Group Stock Rocked the Market Today

12/29/2025 07:36 PM • DigitalBridge Group's stock surged nearly 10% after announcing a $4 billion acquisition deal by SoftBank Group. SoftBank will pay $16 per share in cash, though the stock closed at $15.26, reflecting investor skepticism. The acquisition targets DigitalBridge's digital infrastructure business, which supplies hardware for data centers—a hot sector due to AI demand.

DBRG - Stock surged 9.66% on acquisition announcement at $16/share valuation. Company operates in strong AI data center infrastructure market with reliable profitability. Deal represents significant premium to current trading price.

#acquisition #SoftBank #DigitalBridge #data centers #AI infrastructure #buyout #$4 billion deal

Gauzy Ltd. Stockholders with Large Losses Should Contact Robbins LLP to Learn About Leading the GAUZ Securities Class Action

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Robbins Llp

Gauzy Ltd. Stockholders with Large Losses Should Contact Robbins LLP to Learn About Leading the GAUZ Securities Class Action

12/29/2025 07:33 PM • Robbins LLP filed a class action lawsuit against Gauzy Ltd. (GAUZ) alleging the company misled investors by failing to disclose that three French subsidiaries lacked financial means to meet debts, making insolvency proceedings likely. The company announced on November 14, 2025 that French insolvency proceedings had commenced, triggering a default under senior secured debt facilities. The stock price fell 49.8% following the announcement.

APP - Added $3.2 billion to buyback program, reduced share dilution, and has strong stock performance in 2025
GAUZ - Company failed to disclose material information about subsidiary insolvency risks, leading to a 49.8% stock price decline and triggering debt default. The undisclosed financial distress of three French subsidiaries represents a significant breach of investor disclosure obligations.

#class action lawsuit #securities fraud #non-disclosure #insolvency proceedings #French subsidiaries #debt default #stock price decline

Mesoblast Retires Senior Debt with Non-Dilutive, Lower Cost, Five-Year Credit Line

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Mesoblast Retires Senior Debt with Non-Dilutive, Lower Cost, Five-Year Credit Line

12/29/2025 06:57 PM • Mesoblast Limited announced it has repaid its senior secured loan from Oaktree Capital Management and partially repaid its subordinated royalty facility from NovaQuest Capital Management by drawing US$75 million from a new five-year facility provided by shareholder Dr Gregory George. The company has an option to draw an additional US$50 million by June 30, 2026. The new facility features a fixed 8.00% interest rate (lower than existing debt), no early prepayment fees, and does not encumber material assets or intellectual property.

MESO - The company successfully refinanced its debt at a substantially lower interest rate (8.00% vs. higher existing rates), eliminated early prepayment penalties, freed up major assets for strategic partnerships, and secured additional capital flexibility with an option to draw up to US$50 million more. These are favorable financial developments that improve the company's capital structure and operational flexibility.

#debt refinancing #cellular medicines #financing facility #mesenchymal stromal cell therapy #Ryoncil #graft versus host disease

Sportstech Brands Holding GmbH Provides Update on Discussions with Interactive Strength, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRNR)

Benzinga • Globe Newswire

Sportstech Brands Holding GmbH Provides Update on Discussions with Interactive Strength, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRNR)

12/29/2025 06:49 PM • Sportstech Brands Holding GmbH announced that acquisition negotiations with Interactive Strength, Inc. (NASDAQ: TRNR) have been suspended as of November 27, 2025, due to inability to agree on key economic and strategic terms. The planned U.S. market entry will not proceed as originally intended. However, Sportstech reported strong 2025 business performance and expects further improvement in 2026.

ORCL - Rationing customers due to infrastructure delays, but still maintains large market cap and backlog
TRNR - The failed acquisition deal represents a loss of strategic opportunity for market expansion and growth. The inability to reach agreement on key terms suggests potential challenges in valuation or strategic alignment.

#acquisition #negotiations suspended #U.S. market entry #home fitness #strategic terms

Sportstech Brands Holding GmbH informiert über den aktuellen Stand der Gespräche mit Interactive Strength, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRNR)

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Sportstech Brands Holding Gmbh

Sportstech Brands Holding GmbH informiert über den aktuellen Stand der Gespräche mit Interactive Strength, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRNR)

12/29/2025 06:49 PM • Sportstech Brands Holding GmbH has suspended acquisition negotiations with Interactive Strength, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRNR) that began in late 2024, citing inability to agree on key economic and strategic terms. The parties reached no mutual basis to proceed toward a binding agreement as of November 27, 2025. Sportstech's planned US market entry, which was integral to the acquisition strategy, is now postponed. However, the company reports strong 2025 performance and expects further operational improvements in 2026, positioning it for a potential later US market entry.

QQQ - Down 2.9% in November, on pace for worst performance since 2008
TRNR - The failed acquisition represents a lost strategic opportunity for Interactive Strength to expand through acquiring Sportstech. The breakdown in negotiations suggests the deal did not meet the company's expectations or requirements.

#acquisition #merger negotiations #US market entry #home fitness #strategic partnership

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na

Sportstech Brands Holding GmbH Provides Update on Discussions with Interactive Strength, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRNR)

12/29/2025 06:49 PM • Sportstech Brands Holding GmbH announced that negotiations with Interactive Strength, Inc. (NASDAQ: TRNR) regarding a potential acquisition have been suspended as of November 27, 2025, due to inability to agree on key economic and strategic terms. The company has postponed its planned U.S. market entry but remains optimistic about strong 2025 performance and future growth prospects.

GEV - Sold out equipment pipeline through 2028, indicating strong demand but potential capacity constraints
TRNR - The failed acquisition negotiations represent a lost growth opportunity and strategic setback. The inability to reach agreement on key terms and suspension of discussions indicates a negative outcome for the company's expansion plans.

#acquisition #negotiations suspended #U.S. market entry #home fitness #strategic terms