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Bath & Body Works launches an out-of-this-galaxy collection to celebrate the release of Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, only in theaters May 22

What you should know:

  • Limited-edition Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu collection debuts May 4 for Bath & Body Works rewards members and May 11 for all customers, online and in stores across the US and Canada. The collection will launch in international markets later this year.
  • The collection introduces three original fragrances inspired by the Star Wars universe — Force Flow, Bounty Hunter and Ice Planet — designed to capture the strength, adventure and emotional connection of the Mandalorian and Grogu.
  • The assortment spans body care, home fragrance and candles, along with a select range of collectible accessories.

COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As excitement builds for the highly-anticipated theatrical release of Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu on May 22, Bath & Body Works invites fans to step deeper into the galaxy with its first Star Wars-inspired collaboration with a limited-edition Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu collection. The intergalactic assortment will be available beginning May 4 for Bath & Body Works rewards members and May 11 for all customers, online and in-stores across the US and Canada. The international launch will follow in the coming months and reach more than 40 markets by the end of 2026.

Just in time for Star Wars Day (May the 4th) and the film’s theatrical release, the collection brings two of Star Wars most recognizable characters into the world of fragrance. Three brand new scents anchor the launch: Force Flow, Bounty Hunter, and Ice Planet, making the lineup an ideal Father’s Day gift for fans looking to celebrate dad with an unexpected, cosmic twist.

The collection represents the latest chapter in the larger Bath & Body Works and Disney collaboration, pairing LucasFilm’s storytelling with Bath & Body Works’ fragrance craftsmanship to translate elements of Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu into scent inspired by the strength, adventure and emotional connection of the film. The assortment allows fans to stay connected to the cinematic experience, between theater visits and long after the credits roll.

“Fragrance is at the heart of what we do,” said Kristie Lewis, executive vice president of merchandising at Bath & Body Works. “Our team has deep expertise in translating emotion, personality and storytelling into scent, and this collaboration allowed us to thoughtfully bring the Mandalorian and Grogu to life in a way that feels authentic to the Star Wars universe while still delivering the high-quality, feel-good fragrance experience consumers know and love -from Bath & Body Works.”

“We’re thrilled to collaborate with Bath & Body Works to bring the essence of Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu to fans through this inspired collection in a way that feels fresh and unexpected. By blending iconic Star Wars storytelling with world-class fragrance, this collaboration delivers a fresh, sensory experience that lets fans bring their favorite characters into their daily routines,” said Liz Shortreed, senior vice president – Americas and global softlines, Disney Consumer Products.
ABOUT THE FRAGRANCES:

Each fragrance was expertly crafted by Bath & Body Works perfumers to reflect distinct aspects of the curated Star Wars: Mandalorian and Grogu universe, from character traits to environment and atmosphere. Designed to evoke the strength of the Mandalorian and the heart and curiosity of Grogu, the scents translate iconic elements into layered fragrance notes designed to spark imagination and emotion. The assortment includes 26 forms, including body spray, body cream, 3-in-1 body wash, cologne, 3-wick candles, and gentle foaming hand soap.*

  • Force Flow: green apple, salted lavender and cosmic sage.
  • Bounty Hunter: Beskar sea salt, solar woods and protective patchouli.
  • Ice Planet (loyalty-exclusive three-wick candle): frozen cypress, glistening water and radiant amber.


COLLECTIBLE ACCESSORIES:

The new Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu collection features an array of decorative accessories, from stylish tote bags to 3-wick candle pedestals and PocketBac holders. These accessories bring a touch of interplanetary action to everyday routines. Some of the accessories include:

  • Mandalorian and Grogu PocketBac Holder
  • Mandalorian and Grogu 3-Wick Candle Pedestal
  • Mandalorian Wallflower Heater

Loyalty online exclusives include:

  • Grogu Snacks Collectible Tin
  • Canvas Bag
  • Mandalorian and Grogu Coin Purse
  • Mandalorian Extendable Arm PocketBac Holder

For more information about the new Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu collection, visit bathandbodyworks.com.


ABOUT BATH & BODY WORKS


Bath & Body Works is a global leader in personal care and home fragrance, driven by the belief that everybody deserves to feel good.

The brand’s beloved and iconic scents are expertly crafted for exceptional performance and a luxury fragrance experience. Formulated with thoughtfully chosen ingredients, Bath & Body Works’ body care products are available in multiple forms including fine fragrance mist, body cream, lotion, eau de parfum, body wash, hand soap, sanitizer and more. The brand’s famous 3-wick candles are made with rich, high quality fragrance oils layered throughout a premium soy wax base, for up to 45 hours of room-filling fragrance.

Consumers can shop Bath & Body Works anytime and anywhere they choose, from welcoming, in-store experiences at more than 1,900 stores in the U.S. and Canada, 500-plus international locations, online at bathandbodyworks.com and on Amazon (as of March 4, 2026).


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STAR WARS: THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU

The Mandalorian and Grogu embark on their most thrilling mission yet in Lucasfilm’s “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu,” an all-new Star Wars film opening exclusively in theaters May 22, 2026. The evil Empire has fallen, and Imperial warlords remain scattered throughout the galaxy. As the fledgling New Republic works to protect everything the Rebellion fought for, they have enlisted the help of legendary Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and his young apprentice Grogu. Directed by Jon Favreau, “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu” also stars Sigourney Weaver and Jeremy Allen White, is written by Jon Favreau & Dave Filoni & Noah Kloor, and is produced by Jon Favreau, p.g.a., Kathleen Kennedy, p.g.a., Dave Filoni, p.g.a., and Ian Bryce, p.g.a., with Karen Gilchrist, John Bartnicki, and Carrie Beck serving as executive producers. The music is composed by Ludwig Göransson.

STAR WARS and related properties are trademarks and/or copyrights, in the United States and other countries, of Lucasfilm Ltd. and/or its affiliates. © & TM Lucasfilm Ltd

*Ice Planet 3-Wick Candle and Grogu PocketBac Holder will not be available in Canada. Ice Planet 3-Wick Candle, Grogu Coin Purse, and the Mandalorian Wallflower Heater will not be available internationally.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Ashley Nedelman
[email protected]

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Planet Launches Three Additional High-Resolution Pelican Satellites

Planet Launches Three Additional High-Resolution Pelican Satellites

SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Planet Labs PBC (NYSE: PL), a leading provider of daily data and insights about change on Earth, today announced the successful launch of three additional Pelican satellites, one of which is the first satellite to orbit as part of the recently-announced satellite services agreement with the Swedish Armed Forces (SwAF). The spacecraft were launched to orbit aboard the CAS500-2 rideshare mission with SpaceX from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. Planet has begun the commissioning process for the three satellites after successfully making initial contact.

The launch of the SwAF Pelican marks a milestone in agile aerospace, with Planet delivering a sovereign orbital capability just over four months after the contract was signed. This mission transitions Sweden into an operational space power, providing the high-resolution, global monitoring necessary to detect threats in strategic regions like the Arctic. By reaching orbit years ahead of their original 2030 goal, the Swedish Armed Forces will be able to provide critical intelligence that strengthens both their national security and NATO’s collective situational awareness.

These advanced, AI-enabled Pelican satellites are the first to launch in 2026, building on the successful launches that brought five Pelicans to orbit in 2025. Each of these satellites is equipped with NVIDIA’s Jetson AI platform to facilitate on-orbit edge computing, which Planet has recently leveraged for successful AI-driven, near real-time object detection onboard Pelican-4.

As first generation (Gen 1) Pelicans, these spacecraft are built to capture 50 cm class resolution imagery across six multispectral bands, which are optimized for seamless cross-sensor analysis. Once commissioning is complete, they will operate alongside the existing Pelican Gen 1 fleet to support the delivery of the company’s 50 cm class high-resolution tasking solutions.

Planet is continuing to scale its Pelican manufacturing capacity to meet the growing, global customer demand for high-resolution data and sovereign satellite ownership. Planet’s expanding Pelican fleet is designed to provide users with the rapid, crisp imagery needed to inform mission-critical decisions in near real-time, particularly through leading solutions like Planet’s Global Monitoring Service (GMS). Planet is also continuing to deliver on and develop a strong pipeline for its satellite services contracts, supplying nations with a proven means of expanding their space capabilities with advanced, sovereignly-owned Pelican satellites.

Planet plans to continue to meet the rapidly growing need for its high-resolution monitoring solutions by launching additional Gen 1 and the first Gen 2 Pelican satellites later in 2026, which are designed to provide up to 30 cm class resolution.

About Planet Labs PBC

Planet is a leading provider of global, daily satellite imagery and geospatial solutions. Planet is driven by a mission to image the world every day, and make change visible, accessible and actionable. Founded in 2010 by three NASA scientists, Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest Earth observation fleet of imaging satellites. Planet provides mission-critical data, advanced insights, and software solutions to customers comprising the world’s leading agriculture, forestry, intelligence, education and finance companies and government agencies, enabling users to simply and effectively derive unique value from satellite imagery. Planet is a public benefit corporation listed on the New York Stock Exchange as PL. To learn more visit www.planet.com and follow us on X, LinkedIn, or tune in to HBO’s ‘Wild Wild Space’.

Forward-looking Statements

Certain statements contained in this press release are “forward-looking statements” about Planet within the meaning of the securities laws, including statements about the expansion of the high resolution capacity of Planet’s fleet, the delivery of such capacity to Planet customers, and the Company’s ability to realize any of the potential benefits from product and satellite launches, either as designed, within the expected time frame, in a cost-effective manner, or at all. Such statements, which are not of historical fact, involve estimates, assumptions, judgments and uncertainties. There are a number of factors that could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those addressed in the forward-looking statements, including risks related to the macroeconomic environment. Such factors are detailed in Planet’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. Planet does not undertake an obligation to update its forward-looking statements to reflect future events, except as required by applicable law.

Planet Press

Emily Lewis Benz

[email protected]

Planet Investor Relations

Cleo Palmer-Poroner

[email protected]

KEYWORDS: California United States North America

INDUSTRY KEYWORDS: Defense Satellite Technology Aerospace Manufacturing Artificial Intelligence Contracts

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Golden Tempo Wins the 152nd Running of the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve

New All-Time Handle Record Set for Kentucky Derby Week Races

LOUISVILLE, Ky., May 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Churchill Downs Incorporated (Nasdaq: CHDN) (the “Company”, “CDI”, “we”) announced today that Golden Tempo claimed the Garland of Roses at the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve under partly sunny skies and the cheers of over 150,000 exuberant fans.

Golden Tempo, owned and bred by Phipps Stable and St. Elias Stable, trained by Cherie DeVaux, and ridden by Jose Ortiz, raced to the finish to win by a neck at 23-1 odds. Golden Tempo covered the mile and a quarter in 2:02.27 over a fast track. Sired by Curlin, Golden Tempo now has lifetime earnings of over $3.4 million. Cherie DeVaux made history as the first woman ever to train a Kentucky Derby winner. Jose Ortiz rode to victory in both the 152nd Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby.

All-sources handle for Derby Week rose to a new record of $487 million, up $13 million or 3% from the prior record set in 2025. Wagering from all sources on the Kentucky Derby Day program was $340 million compared to last year’s record of $349 million. All-sources wagering on the Kentucky Derby race was $225 million, compared to last year’s record of $234 million.

TwinSpires, the official betting partner of the Kentucky Derby, handled a new record of $129 million1 in wagering on Churchill Downs races for Kentucky Derby Week, up $7 million or 6% from the prior record set in 2025. TwinSpires handled a new record of $89 million1 in wagering on the Kentucky Derby Day program, up 1% compared to last year’s record of $88 million1. TwinSpires’ handle on the Kentucky Derby race was $57 million1, flat to last year’s record.

The Company expects record-setting Adjusted EBITDA for Churchill Downs Racetrack on Derby Week with $15 to $18 million of Adjusted EBITDA growth compared to the prior year.

“We commend the connections of Golden Tempo on an exceptional victory in the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby,” said Bill Carstanjen, CEO of CDI. “This year’s Kentucky Derby Week was a remarkable celebration of racing.” 

1TwinSpires Horse Racing handle includes all settled future wagers and excludes handle generated by Velocity and national affiliates.

About Churchill Downs Incorporated

Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) has created extraordinary entertainment experiences for over 150 years, beginning with the company’s most iconic and enduring asset, the Kentucky Derby. Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, CDI has expanded through the acquisition, development, and operation of live and historical racing entertainment venues, the growth of the online wagering businesses, and the acquisition, development, and operation of regional casino gaming properties. https://www.churchilldownsincorporated.com/

Use of Non-GAAP Measures

In addition to the results provided in accordance with GAAP, the Company also uses non-GAAP measures, including adjusted net income, adjusted diluted EPS, EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization), and Adjusted EBITDA.

The Company uses non-GAAP measures as a key performance measure of the results of operations for purposes of evaluating performance internally. These measures facilitate comparison of operating performance between periods and help investors to better understand the operating results of the Company by excluding certain items that may not be indicative of the Company’s core business or operating results. The Company believes the use of these measures enables management and investors to evaluate and compare, from period to period, the Company’s operating performance in a meaningful and consistent manner. The non-GAAP measures are a supplemental measure of our performance that is not required by, or presented in accordance with, GAAP, and should not be considered as an alternative to, or more meaningful than, net income or diluted EPS (as determined in accordance with GAAP) as a measure of our operating results.

We use Adjusted EBITDA to evaluate segment performance, develop strategy, and allocate resources. We utilize the Adjusted EBITDA metric to provide a more accurate measure of our core operating results and enable management and investors to evaluate and compare from period to period our operating performance in a meaningful and consistent manner. Adjusted EBITDA should not be considered as an alternative to operating income as an indicator of performance, as an alternative to cash flows from operating activities as a measure of liquidity, or as an alternative to any other measure provided in accordance with GAAP. Our calculation of Adjusted EBITDA may be different from the calculation used by other companies and, therefore, comparability may be limited.

Adjusted net income and adjusted diluted EPS exclude discontinued operations net income or loss; net income or loss attributable to noncontrolling interests; transaction expense, which includes acquisition and disposition related charges, as well as legal, accounting, and other deal-related expense; pre-opening expense; and certain other gains, charges, recoveries, and expenses.

Adjusted EBITDA includes our portion of EBITDA from our equity investments and the portion of EBITDA attributable to noncontrolling interests.

Adjusted EBITDA excludes, as applicable in each period:

  • Transaction expense, net which includes:
    • Acquisition, disposition, and property sale related charges; and
    • Other transaction expense, including legal, accounting, and other deal-related expense;
  • Stock-based compensation expense;
  • Rivers Des Plaines’ impact on our investments in unconsolidated affiliates from legal reserves and transaction costs;
  • Asset impairments, net;
  • Gain on property sales;
  • Legal reserves;
  • Pre-opening expense; and
  • Other charges, recoveries, and expenses.

This news release contains various “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are typically identified by the use of terms such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “might,” “plan,” “predict,” “project,” “seek,” “should,” “will,” “scheduled,” and similar words or similar expressions (or negative versions of such words or expressions), although some forward-looking statements are expressed differently.

Although we believe that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, we can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. Important factors, that could cause actual results to differ materially from expectations include the following: the occurrence of extraordinary events, such as terrorist attacks, public health threats, civil unrest, and inclement weather, including as a result of climate change; the effect of economic conditions on our consumers’ confidence and discretionary spending or our access to credit, including the impact of inflation; changes in, or new interpretations of, applicable tax laws or rulings that could result in additional tax liabilities; the impact of any pandemics, epidemics, or outbreaks of infectious diseases, and related economic matters on our results of operations, financial conditions and prospects; lack of confidence in the integrity of our core businesses or any deterioration in our reputation; negative shifts in public opinion regarding gambling that could result in increased regulation of, or new restrictions on, the gaming industry; loss of key or highly skilled personnel, as well as general disruptions in the general labor market; the impact of significant competition, and the expectation that competition levels will increase; changes in consumer preferences, attendance, wagering, and sponsorships; risks associated with equity investments, strategic alliances and other third-party agreements; inability to respond to rapid technological changes in a timely manner; concentration and evolution of slot machine and historical racing machine (“HRM”) manufacturing and other technology conditions that could impose additional costs; failure to enter into or maintain agreements with industry constituents, including horsemen and other racetracks; cybersecurity risk, including cybersecurity breaches, or loss or misuse of our confidential information as a result of a breach including customers’ personal information, or IT system operational disruptions, could lead to government enforcement actions or other litigation; costs of compliance with increasingly complex laws and regulations regarding data privacy and protection of personal information; reliance on our technology services and catastrophic events, system failures, errors or defects disrupting our operations; inability to identify, complete, or fully realize the benefits of our proposed acquisitions, divestitures, development of new venues or the expansion of existing facilities on time, on budget, or as planned; difficulty in integrating recent or future acquisitions into our operations; cost overruns and other uncertainties associated with the development of new venues and the expansion of existing facilities; general risks related to real estate ownership and significant expenditures, including risks related to environmental liabilities; personal injury litigation related to injuries occurring at our racetracks; compliance with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act or other similar laws and regulations, or applicable anti-money laundering regulations; payment-related risks, such as risk associated with fraudulent credit card or debit card use; work stoppages and labor problems; risks related to pending or future legal proceedings and other actions; highly regulated operations and changes in the regulatory environment could adversely affect our business; restrictions in our debt facilities limiting our flexibility to operate our business; failure to comply with the financial ratios and other covenants in our debt facilities and other indebtedness; increases to interest rates, disruption in the credit markets or changes to our credit ratings may adversely affect our business; increase in our insurance costs, or inability to obtain similar insurance coverage in the future, and any inability to recover under our insurance policies for damages sustained at our properties in the event of inclement weather and casualty events; and other factors described under the heading “Risk Factors” in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and in other filings we make with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

We do not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

Investor Contact: Sam Ullrich
(502) 638-3906
[email protected]

Media Contact: Breck Thomas-Ross
(502) 636-4506
[email protected]

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Ten-Year Pivotal Data Demonstrate Long-Term Durability of Edwards Lifesciences’ Resilia Tissue

Ten-Year Pivotal Data Demonstrate Long-Term Durability of Edwards Lifesciences’ Resilia Tissue

CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Edwards Lifesciences (NYSE: EW) today announced 10-year results from the COMMENCE aortic trial, reinforcing the long-term durability and sustained performance of its proprietary RESILIA tissue. The data were presented at the 106th American Association for Thoracic Surgery Annual Meeting.

As evidence increasingly supports treating patients earlier in the valve disease pathway, the need for durable valve solutions continues to grow. The COMMENCE trial provides prospective, 10-year data demonstrating the durability of Edwards’ RESILIA tissue and its role in lifetime management for patients with aortic stenosis. To date, more than 500,000 patients worldwide have been treated with Edwards’ surgical and transcatheter innovations featuring RESILIA tissue.

At 10 years, COMMENCE trial data showed that patients treated with Edwards’ surgical valves featuring RESILIA tissue experienced:

  • 97.9% freedom from structural valve deterioration (SVD)

  • 97.8% freedom from reoperation due to SVD

  • 98.6% freedom from non-structural valve dysfunction (other than PVL)

  • Sustained hemodynamic performance, including stable gradients and effective orifice area over time

For patients, long-term durability matters because it can reduce the likelihood of repeat procedures over a lifetime, helping preserve quality of life as life expectancy increases.

“These 10-year data from the COMMENCE trial suggest this tissue technology has the potential to change the way we think about durability in biological valves, including in younger patients,” said Lars G. Svensson, MD, PhD, chief of the Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute and professor of surgery at Cleveland Clinic. “What is striking is the low rate of structural valve deterioration and need for reoperation, even though the trial enrolled younger patients who historically face higher risks of valve deterioration, underscoring the importance of long-term evidence when physicians are making treatment decisions with their patients.”

For nearly 70 years, Edwards has led structural heart innovation, advancing evidence generation that has helped set the standard for evaluating valve performance, durability and treatment options in severe aortic stenosis. The COMMENCE trial builds on the totality of Edwards’ clinical evidence, reinforcing the durability of outcomes supporting its surgical and transcatheter therapies, including large, randomized, FDA-approved studies such as the PARTNER series of trials.

The PARTNER trial series advanced the field with long-term patient outcomes on treatment with SAPIEN TAVR and SAVR, with 10 years of follow-up data. The new COMMENCE trial data build on that foundation with the latest evidence on the long-term durability of RESILIA tissue.

RESILIA tissue was designed to enhance the durability of tissue valves by helping resist calcification, a leading cause of valve failure over time. The technology combines advanced calcium blocking processes with dry storage to support long-term valve performance.

“As patients live longer and expect to remain active, structural heart therapies must be designed with lifetime care in mind,” said Bernard Zovighian, Edwards’ CEO. “The COMMENCE 10-year study is the latest addition to our breadth of long-term data reflecting our commitment to advancing durable valve technologies through continuous evidence development, so Heart Teams and patients can make informed decisions over time.”

The COMMENCE aortic trial is an FDA-approved, pivotal, prospective, multicenter clinical study designed to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of a bioprosthetic valve with RESILIA tissue used in SAVR, with follow-up through 10 years. Safety endpoints were defined according to established guidelines and independently adjudicated.

About Edwards Lifesciences

Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. Through breakthrough technologies, world-class evidence and partnerships with clinicians and healthcare stakeholders, our employees are inspired by our patient-focused culture to deliver life-changing innovations to those who need them most. Discover more at www.edwards.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

This news release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements made by Mr. Zovighian and statements regarding expected long-term durability and sustained performance, reduction of the likelihood of repeat procedures, therapies helping to preserve quality of life, outcomes of the surgical and transcatheter therapies, expectations for remaining active, and other statements that are not historical facts. Forward-looking statements are based on estimates and assumptions made by management of the company and are believed to be reasonable, though they are inherently uncertain and difficult to predict. Our forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made, and we do not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date of the statement. Investors are cautioned not to unduly rely on such forward-looking statements.

Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements based on a number of factors as detailed in the company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These filings, along with important safety information about our products, may be found at Edwards.com.

Edwards, Edwards Lifesciences, the stylized E logo, COMMENCE, PARTNER, RESILIA, and SAPIEN are trademarks of Edwards Lifesciences Corporation or its affiliates. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Media: Maureen Ranney, [email protected]

Investors: Gerianne Sarte, [email protected]

KEYWORDS: Illinois United States North America

INDUSTRY KEYWORDS: Medical Devices Surgery FDA Clinical Trials Cardiology Biotechnology General Health Pharmaceutical Health Oncology

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Laird Superfood to Report First Quarter 2026 Financial Results on May 14, 2026

Laird Superfood to Report First Quarter 2026 Financial Results on May 14, 2026

BOULDER, Colo.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Laird Superfood, Inc. (NYSE American: LSF) will report financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026 on Thursday, May 14, 2026 after market close. Management will host a webcast at 5:00 p.m. ET on the same day to discuss the results.

Participants may access the live webcast on the Laird Superfood Investor Relations website at https://investors.lairdsuperfood.com/ under “Events.”

About Laird Superfood (NYSE American: LSF)

Laird Superfood, Inc. creates award-winning, plant-based superfood products that are both delicious and functional. The Company’s products are designed to enhance your daily ritual and keep consumers fueled naturally throughout the day. The Company was co-founded in 2015 by the world’s most prolific big-wave surfer, Laird Hamilton. Laird Superfood’s offerings are environmentally conscientious, responsibly tested and made with real ingredients. Shop all products online at lairdsuperfood.com and join the Laird Superfood community on social media for the latest news and daily doses of inspiration.

Laird Superfood, Inc.

[email protected]

KEYWORDS: Colorado United States North America

INDUSTRY KEYWORDS: Retail General Health Health Food/Beverage

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Berkshire Hathaway Inc. First Quarter 2026 Earnings Release

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. First Quarter 2026 Earnings Release

OMAHA, Neb.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
(BRK.A; BRK.B) –

Berkshire’s operating results for the first quarters of 2026 and 2025 are summarized in the following paragraphs. However, we urge investors and reporters to read our 10-Q, which has been posted at www.berkshirehathaway.com. The limited information that follows in this press release is not adequate for making an informed investment judgment.

Earnings of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. and its consolidated subsidiaries for the first quarters of 2026 and 2025 are summarized below. Earnings are stated on an after-tax basis. (Dollar amounts are in millions, except for per share amounts).

 

First Quarter

 

 

2026

 

 

2025

 

 

 

 

Net earnings attributable to Berkshire shareholders

$

10,106

 

$

4,603

 

Net earnings includes:

Investment gains (losses)

 

(1,240

)

 

(5,038

)

Operating earnings

 

11,346

 

 

9,641

 

Net earnings attributable to Berkshire shareholders

$

10,106

 

$

4,603

 

Net earnings per average equivalent Class A Share

$

7,027

$

3,200

Net earnings per average equivalent Class B Share*

$

4.68

 

$

2.13

 

Average equivalent Class A shares outstanding

1,438,124

1,438,223

Average equivalent Class B shares outstanding

 

2,157,185,889

 

 

2,157,335,139

 

 

* Per share amounts for the Class B shares are 1/1,500th of those shown for Class A.

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“GAAP”) require that we include the changes in unrealized gains (losses) of our equity security investments as a component of investment gains (losses) in our earnings statements. In the table above, investment gains (losses) include losses of approximately $7.0 billion in the first quarter of 2026 and $7.4 billion in the first quarter of 2025 due to changes during the first quarters of 2026 and 2025 in the amount of unrealized gains that existed in our equity security investment holdings. Investment gains (losses) also include after-tax realized gains on sales of investments of $5.8 billion in the first quarter of 2026 and $2.4 billion in the first quarter of 2025.

The amount of investment gains (losses) in any given quarter is usually meaningless and delivers figures for net earnings per share that can be extremely misleading to investors who have little or no knowledge of accounting rules.

An analysis of Berkshire’s operating earnings follows (dollar amounts are in millions).

 

First Quarter

 

 

2026

 

 

 

2025

 

 

 

 

Insurance-underwriting

$

1,717

$

1,336

Insurance-investment income

 

2,679

 

 

2,893

 

BNSF

 

1,377

 

 

1,214

 

Berkshire Hathaway Energy Company

 

1,114

 

 

1,097

 

Manufacturing, service and retailing

 

3,199

 

 

3,060

 

Other*

 

1,260

 

 

41

 

Operating earnings

$

11,346

 

$

9,641

 

 

* Includes foreign currency exchange gains of $249 million in 2026 and foreign currency exchange losses of $713 million in 2025. Also includes interest and dividend income related to U.S. Treasury Bills and other investments not directly owned by a Berkshire insurance subsidiary or certain non-insurance operating companies of $967 million in 2026 and $869 million in 2025.

On March 31, 2026, there were 1,437,903 Class A equivalent shares outstanding. At March 31, 2026, insurance float (the net liabilities we assume under insurance contracts) was approximately $176.9 billion, an increase of approximately $500 million since yearend 2025.

Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures

This press release includes certain non-GAAP financial measures. The reconciliations of such measures to the most comparable GAAP figures in accordance with Regulation G are included herein.

Berkshire presents its results in the way it believes will be most meaningful and useful, as well as most transparent, to the investing public and others who use Berkshire’s financial information. That presentation includes the use of certain non-GAAP financial measures. In addition to the GAAP presentations of net earnings, Berkshire shows operating earnings defined as net earnings exclusive of investment gains (losses), impairments of goodwill and intangible assets and other-than-temporary impairments of equity method investments.

Although the investment of insurance and reinsurance premiums to generate investment income and investment gains or losses is an integral part of Berkshire’s operations, the generation of investment gains or losses is independent of the insurance underwriting process. Moreover, as previously described, under applicable GAAP accounting requirements, we are required to include the changes in unrealized gains (losses) of our equity security investments as a component of investment gains (losses) in our periodic earnings statements. In sum, investment gains (losses) for any particular period are not indicative of quarterly business performance.

About Berkshire

Berkshire Hathaway and its subsidiaries engage in diverse business activities including insurance and reinsurance, freight rail transportation, utilities and energy, manufacturing, service and retailing. Common stock of the company is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, trading symbols BRK.A and BRK.B.

Cautionary Statement

Certain statements contained in this press release are “forward looking” statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are not guaranties of future performance and actual results may differ materially from those forecasted.

Marc D. Hamburg

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JetBlue Steps in to Help Stranded Spirit Customers with $99 Rescue Fares, Announces Plans to Add 11 Destinations From Fort Lauderdale

JetBlue Steps in to Help Stranded Spirit Customers with $99 Rescue Fares, Announces Plans to Add 11 Destinations From Fort Lauderdale

Plan reflects JetBlue’s long-term commitment to South Florida and ensures continued connectivity for customers

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
JetBlue (Nasdaq: JBLU) today announced it is stepping in to support Spirit customers and team members affected by the airline’s shutdown.

  • JetBlue is offering $99 rescue fares to assist stranded travelers with immediate travel planned

  • JetBlue will cap fares to ensure affordable rebooking options remain available as more travelers look to rebook and demand increases.

  • JetBlue will significantly expand its presence at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) with 11 new cities to help backfill critical service and allow customers to continue to see a strong selection of flights and destinations.

  • JetBlue will extend its jumpseat agreement for Spirit pilots and flight attendants trying to get home and offer interview opportunities for open roles at JetBlue.

“This is really tough news for the thousands of Spirit team members affected, as well as the customers who were planning trips on Spirit,” said Joanna Geraghty, chief executive officer, JetBlue. “We got to know many of their crewmembers during our acquisition talks, and we’re thinking about everyone whose lives are being disrupted. We want to help fill the void created by this loss.”

$99 Rescue Fares to Help Stranded Travelers Get Home

To assist stranded Spirit customers with imminent travel, JetBlue is offering $99 one-way fares to individuals with proof of a valid Spirit itinerary for the same route (or co-located airport) for travel through Wednesday, May 6¹. These customers should call 1-800-JETBLUE to discuss their situation.

“With major operations in Fort Lauderdale and San Juan, we’re in a unique position to help Spirit customers get where they need to go and ensure flights remain affordable despite greater demand,” said Geraghty. “We understand how unsettling it may be for travelers who are suddenly unsure of what to do next.”

Beginning May 1, 2026, JetBlue will also cap all Blue Basic fares at $299 on JetBlue-operated nonstop routes to and from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and San Juan, Puerto Rico’s Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) that were also operated by Spirit as of April.¹ The fare caps will apply to new itinerary purchases made through May 8, 2026, for travel between May 2, 2026 and May 8, 2026.

“While JetBlue always offers a great experience at an everyday low fare, the fare cap is designed to help customers avoid higher last-minute prices as more people book alternative travel.”

Fort Lauderdale and San Juan are both JetBlue focus cities, and JetBlue is the largest airline in both cities, offering an extensive route network. These two cities have also been among Spirit’s busiest markets, meaning travelers there may experience significant disruption from the sudden loss of service. JetBlue is stepping in where the need is greatest and where the airline has the scale and reach to provide meaningful support.

JetBlue will continue to monitor demand and operational capacity and may adjust based on customer needs.

Taking Care of Spirit Team Members

JetBlue also recognizes that some Spirit pilots and flight attendants may be stranded following the airline’s shutdown. To support crewmembers during this challenging time, JetBlue will extend its jumpseat agreement for the next two weeks, subject to space availability and limited to cabin seating. In addition, the airline plans to offer interview opportunities to qualified Spirit team members impacted by the shutdown.

Stepping Up Service in Fort Lauderdale

In addition to capping fares, JetBlue is adding new service to further expand options for customers in Fort Lauderdale. The additional flying builds on JetBlue’s role as Fort Lauderdale’s largest airline and reflects the carrier’s commitment to providing its award-winning service and competitive fares for South Florida travelers during a period of meaningful change in the market.

With this expansion, JetBlue is offering its largest ever schedule from Fort Lauderdale, ensuring customers continue to have access to the destinations they rely on, whether traveling for leisure, business, or visiting friends and family.

JetBlue expects to operate nearly 130 daily departures from Fort Lauderdale this summer, marking the largest operation in the airline’s history from the airport – over 75% more daily flights than 2025.

“South Florida is a key market for JetBlue, and we recognize this is a challenging moment for many travelers,” said Geraghty. “Our focus is on stepping up in the near term by adding service, maintaining connectivity, and keeping fares competitive, so customers can continue to travel with confidence.”

With this announcement, the airline will launch the following new JetBlue cities with nonstop service to Fort Lauderdale:

New City

Flights per day:

Start Date

Barranquilla, Colombia (BAQ)2

1x Daily

October 1, 2026

Baltimore (BWI)

3x Daily

July 9, 2026

Cali, Colombia (CLO)2

1x Daily

October 15, 2026

Charlotte, N.C. (CLT)

3x Daily

July 9, 2026

Columbus, Ohio (CMH)

1x Daily

November 2, 2026

Indianapolis (IND)

1x Daily

November 2, 2026

In addition to the new cities, JetBlue will add new nonstop service from the following JetBlue cities to Fort Lauderdale:

New City

Flights per day:

Start Date

Nashville, Tenn. (BNA)

3x Daily

July 9, 2026

Detroit (DTW)

2x Daily

July 9, 2026

Houston (IAH)

3x Daily

July 9, 2026

Chicago (ORD)

2x Daily

July 9, 2026

Ponce, Puerto Rico (PSE)

1x Daily

July 9, 2026

JetBlue is also adding additional flights on existing routes from Fort Lauderdale, including to Austin, Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, Dallas/Fort Worth, Raleigh-Durham, Santo Domingo, and Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic and will launch service on November 2, 2026 between Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU).

Fort Lauderdale was JetBlue’s first destination, and today the airline already offers an extensive domestic and international network from FLL, serving destinations across the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean. The addition of 27 flights represents a meaningful increase in flying that leverages JetBlue’s existing scale, crews, and infrastructure in South Florida.

The growth reflects JetBlue’s broader network strategy and its ability to responsibly add flying where demand exists and where the airline can operate reliably. The expanded schedule also supports JetBlue’s JetForward strategy, which centers on building the best East Coast leisure network with Fort Lauderdale as a key gateway.

Capped fares are available starting May 1, 2026. The new routes and frequencies announced today will be available to book starting Monday evening, May 4, 2026, at jetblue.com and the JetBlue mobile app.

About JetBlue

JetBlue is New York’s Hometown Airline® and a leading carrier in Boston, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood, Los Angeles, Orlando, and San Juan. The airline carries customers to more than 100 destinations throughout the United States, Latin America, the Caribbean, Canada, and Europe. For more information and the best fares, visit jetblue.com.

  1. Plus government-imposed taxes and fees, where applicable

  2. Subject to receipt of government authority.

 

JetBlue Corporate Communications

Tel: +1.718.709.3089

[email protected]

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Forefront Tech Holdings Acquisition Corp Announces Closing of $100,000,000 Initial Public Offering

GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands, May 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Forefront Tech Holdings Acquisition Corp (NASDAQ: FTHAU) (the “Company”) today announced that it closed its initial public offering (“IPO”) of 10,000,000 units at $10.00 per unit. The gross proceeds from the offering were $100 million before deducting underwriting discounts and estimated offering expenses. The units began trading on The Nasdaq Global Market tier of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”) under the ticker symbol “FTHAU” on April 30, 2026.

Each unit consists of one Class A ordinary share and one-half of one redeemable warrant. Each whole warrant entitles the holder to purchase one Class A ordinary share of the Company at a price of $11.50 per share. No fractional warrants will be issued upon separation of the units and only whole warrants will trade. Once the securities comprising the units begin separate trading, the Class A ordinary shares and warrants are expected to be listed on Nasdaq under the symbols “FTHA” and “FTHAW”, respectively. The Company has granted the underwriters a 45-day option to purchase up to 1,500,000 additional units at the IPO price to cover over-allotments, if any.

The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the offering, and the simultaneous private placements of units, to consummate the Company’s initial business combination and for working capital following the offering.

BTIG, LLC acted as the sole book-running manager in the offering.
  
A registration statement relating to the securities has been filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) and became effective on April 29, 2026. The offering was made only by means of a prospectus, copies of which may be obtained from BTIG, LLC, Attn: Capital Markets, 65 East 55th Street, New York, New York 10022, or by email at [email protected], or from the SEC website at www.sec.gov.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.

About Forefront Tech Holdings Acquisition Corp

The Company is a blank check company incorporated as an exempted company under the laws of the Cayman Islands, which will seek to effect a merger, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses or entities. While it may pursue an acquisition opportunity in any business, industry, sector or geographical location, it intends to focus on target businesses in the technology sector, with an emphasis on blockchain-enabled artificial intelligence, digital trade identities and robotics.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including with respect to the IPO, the anticipated use of the net proceeds thereof and the Company’s search for an initial business combination. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ from the forward-looking statements. The Company expressly disclaims any obligations or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in the Company’s expectations with respect thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any statement is based. No assurance can be given that the net proceeds of the offering will be used as indicated. Forward-looking statements are subject to numerous conditions, many of which are beyond the control of the Company, including those set forth in the Risk Factors section of the Registration Statement and related prospectus filed in connection with the IPO with the SEC. Copies are available on the SEC’s website, www.sec.gov.

Contact:

Forefront Tech Holdings Acquisition Corp
Suite 210, 2nd Floor, Windward III,
Regatta Office Park, PO Box 500
Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, KY1-1106
Telephone: +1 (345) 769-4912



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Always A Runner Claims the Lilies for the 152nd Running of the Longines Kentucky Oaks

Kentucky Oaks Presented in Primetime on NBC for the First Time Ever

LOUISVILLE, Ky., May 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Churchill Downs Incorporated (Nasdaq: CHDN) (the “Company”, “CDI”, “we”) announced today that Always A Runner captured the Lilies in the 152nd running of the Longines Kentucky Oaks, topping a field of 13 fillies on fast track conditions. Under the lights of Churchill Downs Racetrack, over 103,000 enthusiastic fans gathered to witness America’s premier race for 3-year-old fillies, highlighted by a spectacular twilight finish.

NBC Sports and Peacock broadcast the Kentucky Oaks in primetime for the first time, marking a significant step in expanding viewership and reaching new audiences.

Wagering from all sources on the full Kentucky Oaks race day card set a new record of $89 million, up 18% from the prior record set in 2024. All-sources wagering on the Kentucky Oaks race was an all-time high of over $29 million, up 29% from last year.

TwinSpires, the official betting partner of the Kentucky Oaks, set a new record of $24 million1, up 24% from the prior record set last year in wagering on Churchill Downs races for the Kentucky Oaks Day program.

Always A Runner, owned by Douglas Scharbauer and Three Chimneys Farm, LLC, trained by Chad Brown, and ridden by Jose Ortiz, covered the 1-1/8th mile in 1:48.82 to win the Longines Kentucky Oaks by 1-¼ lengths at odds of 5-1. Three Chimneys Farm, LLC, bred the daughter of Gun Runner in Kentucky. Always A Runner has lifetime earnings of nearly $1 million.

“We proudly celebrate and congratulate the connections of Always A Runner on her impressive victory,” said Churchill Downs President Mike Anderson. “We are so grateful to our fans, sponsors, horsemen, and horsewomen who made the 152nd Kentucky Oaks a truly memorable event.”

Through the Kentucky Oaks, CDI continued to champion women’s health initiatives, harnessing the event’s platform to make an impact. We welcomed breast and ovarian cancer survivors to walk the historic racetrack prior to the running of Longines Kentucky Oaks for the 18th annual Survivors Parade.

Churchill Downs’ Oaks charitable beneficiaries were Derby Divas, representing the Norton Cancer Institute; Horses and Hope, representing the Kentucky Cancer Program; and new for 2026, the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Since its inception, the Oaks Survivors Parade charitable initiative has raised nearly $2 million for women’s health advocacy, providing access to preventive care to underserved women throughout Kentucky, including those who work in the equine industry.

1TwinSpires Horse Racing handle includes all settled future wagers and excludes handle generated by Velocity and national affiliates.

About Churchill Downs Incorporated

Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) has created extraordinary entertainment experiences for over 150 years, beginning with the company’s most iconic and enduring asset, the Kentucky Derby. Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, CDI has expanded through the acquisition, development, and operation of live and historical racing entertainment venues, the growth of the online wagering businesses, and the acquisition, development, and operation of regional casino gaming properties. https://www.churchilldownsincorporated.com/

This news release contains various “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are typically identified by the use of terms such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “might,” “plan,” “predict,” “project,” “seek,” “should,” “will,” “scheduled,” and similar words or similar expressions (or negative versions of such words or expressions), although some forward-looking statements are expressed differently.

Although we believe that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, we can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. Important factors, that could cause actual results to differ materially from expectations include the following: the occurrence of extraordinary events, such as terrorist attacks, public health threats, civil unrest, and inclement weather, including as a result of climate change; the effect of economic conditions on our consumers’ confidence and discretionary spending or our access to credit, including the impact of inflation; changes in, or new interpretations of, applicable tax laws or rulings that could result in additional tax liabilities; the impact of any pandemics, epidemics, or outbreaks of infectious diseases, and related economic matters on our results of operations, financial conditions and prospects; lack of confidence in the integrity of our core businesses or any deterioration in our reputation; negative shifts in public opinion regarding gambling that could result in increased regulation of, or new restrictions on, the gaming industry; loss of key or highly skilled personnel, as well as general disruptions in the general labor market; the impact of significant competition, and the expectation that competition levels will increase; changes in consumer preferences, attendance, wagering, and sponsorships; risks associated with equity investments, strategic alliances and other third-party agreements; inability to respond to rapid technological changes in a timely manner; concentration and evolution of slot machine and historical racing machine (“HRM”) manufacturing and other technology conditions that could impose additional costs; failure to enter into or maintain agreements with industry constituents, including horsemen and other racetracks; cybersecurity risk, including cyber-security breaches, or loss or misuse of our confidential information as a result of a breach including customers’ personal information, or IT system operational disruptions, could lead to government enforcement actions or other litigation; costs of compliance with increasingly complex laws and regulations regarding data privacy and protection of personal information; reliance on our technology services and catastrophic events, system failures, errors or defects disrupting our operations; inability to identify, complete, or fully realize the benefits of our proposed acquisitions, divestitures, development of new venues or the expansion of existing facilities on time, on budget, or as planned; difficulty in integrating recent or future acquisitions into our operations; cost overruns and other uncertainties associated with the development of new venues and the expansion of existing facilities; general risks related to real estate ownership and significant expenditures, including risks related to environmental liabilities; personal injury litigation related to injuries occurring at our racetracks; compliance with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act or other similar laws and regulations, or applicable anti-money laundering regulations; payment-related risks, such as risk associated with fraudulent credit card or debit card use; work stoppages and labor problems; risks related to pending or future legal proceedings and other actions; highly regulated operations and changes in the regulatory environment could adversely affect our business; restrictions in our debt facilities limiting our flexibility to operate our business; failure to comply with the financial ratios and other covenants in our debt facilities and other indebtedness; increases to interest rates, disruption in the credit markets or changes to our credit ratings may adversely affect our business; increase in our insurance costs, or inability to obtain similar insurance coverage in the future, and any inability to recover under our insurance policies for damages sustained at our properties in the event of inclement weather and casualty events; and other factors described under the heading “Risk Factors” in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and in other filings we make with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

We do not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

Investor Contact:
Sam Ullrich
(502) 638-3906
[email protected]

Media Contact:
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(502) 636-4506
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LKQ Shareholder Alert: LKQ Corporation Securities Class Action Lawsuit – Investors Should Contact The Gross Law Firm

NEW YORK, May 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of LKQ Corporation (NASDAQ: LKQ).

Shareholders who purchased shares of LKQ during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.

CONTACT US HERE:

https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/lkq-corporation-loss-submission-form/?id=185961&from=3

CLASS PERIOD: February 27, 2023 to July 23, 2025

ALLEGATIONS: According to the filed complaint, during the class period, defendants made materially false and misleading statements and omissions, and engaged in a scheme to deceive the market. This artificially inflated the price of LKQ common stock and operated as a fraud or deceit on the Class. Later, when defendants’ prior misrepresentations and fraudulent conduct were disclosed to the market, the price of LKQ common stock declined significantly as the prior artificial inflation came out over time. As a result of their purchases of LKQ common stock during the class period, members of the class suffered economic loss.

DEADLINE: June 22, 2026 Shareholders should not delay in registering for this class action. Register your information here: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/lkq-corporation-loss-submission-form/?id=185961&from=3

NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS: Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares of LKQ during the timeframe listed above, you will be enrolled in a portfolio monitoring software to provide you with status updates throughout the lifecycle of the case. The deadline to seek to be a lead plaintiff is June 22, 2026. There is no cost or obligation to you to participate in this case.

WHY GROSS LAW FIRM? The Gross Law Firm is a nationally recognized class action law firm, and our mission is to protect the rights of all investors who have suffered as a result of deceit, fraud, and illegal business practices. The Gross Law Firm is committed to ensuring that companies adhere to responsible business practices and engage in good corporate citizenship. The firm seeks recovery on behalf of investors who incurred losses when false and/or misleading statements or the omission of material information by a company lead to artificial inflation of the company’s stock. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.

CONTACT:

The Gross Law Firm
15 West 38th Street, 12th floor
New York, NY, 10018
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (646) 453-8903