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January 1, 2026 6:05 pm

Mesoblast Announces Changes to Board of Directors’ Leadership Roles

NEW YORK, Jan. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mesoblast Limited (Nasdaq:MESO; ASX:MSB), global leader in allogeneic cellular medicines for inflammatory diseases, today announced that as foreshadowed at the recent Annual General Meeting the Board will undertake a number of changes in line with the Company’s evolution to a revenue-generating commercial company.

Having presided during the most transformational period for the company with its first U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) approval and successful product commercialization, Ms Jane Bell will retire from her role as Chair and will remain on the Board as a non-executive director. The Board has unanimously appointed Mr Philip Facchina to the role of non-executive Chair and Ms Lyn Cobley as Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee. Mr William Burns remains as Mesoblast Vice-Chair and Chair of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee.

Incoming Chair Mr Facchina said, “The Board is deeply grateful and acknowledges Ms Bell for her dedicated service as Chair of Mesoblast during a critical period of the Company’s transformation from development to commercialization.”

Mr Facchina joined the Mesoblast board in March 2021 and has over forty years of experience in corporate strategy, finance, and business development across several industries, including healthcare. Ms Cobley joined the Mesoblast board in April 2025 and has extensive corporate finance and governance experience at some of the largest institutions globally and has a strong background in strategy and leadership, and working in highly regulated industries.

“These changes reflect our focus on maintaining a high performing, engaged Board with the right mix of expertise and fresh perspectives,” said Ms Bell, outgoing Chair of the Board. “I look forward to supporting Phil and Lyn and the rest of the board as we continue to execute on our long-term strategy for shareholders and other stakeholders.”

Today’s announced changes follow a periodic review of Board composition, committee assignments, and leadership structure, which the Board undertakes as part of regular governance process. Our commitment to sound governance ensures the right blend of expertise, tenure and renewal. Mesoblast expects to further strengthen its U.S. commercial expertise in the company in the next twelve months in line with stated commitment to maximizing commercial delivery and shareholder value.

About Mesoblast

Mesoblast (the Company) is a world leader in developing allogeneic (off-the-shelf) cellular medicines for the treatment of severe and life-threatening inflammatory conditions. The therapies from the Company’s proprietary mesenchymal lineage cell therapy technology platform respond to severe inflammation by releasing anti-inflammatory factors that counter and modulate multiple effector arms of the immune system, resulting in significant reduction of the damaging inflammatory process.

Mesoblast’s Ryoncil^® (remestemcel-L-rknd) for the treatment of steroid-refractory acute graft versus host disease (SR-aGvHD) in pediatric patients 2 months and older is the first FDA-approved mesenchymal stromal cell (MSC) therapy. Please see the full Prescribing Information at www.ryoncil.com.

Mesoblast is committed to developing additional cell therapies for distinct indications based on its remestemcel-L and rexlemestrocel-L allogeneic stromal cell technology platforms. Ryoncil^® is being developed for additional inflammatory diseases including SR-aGvHD in adults and biologic-resistant inflammatory bowel disease. Rexlemestrocel-L is being developed for heart failure and chronic low back pain. The Company has established commercial partnerships in Japan, Europe and China.

About Mesoblast intellectual property: Mesoblast has a strong and extensive global intellectual property portfolio, with over 1,000 granted patents or patent applications covering mesenchymal stromal cell compositions of matter, methods of manufacturing and indications. These granted patents and patent applications provide commercial protection extending through to at least 2044 in all major markets.

About Mesoblast manufacturing: The Company’s proprietary manufacturing processes yield industrial-scale, cryopreserved, off-the-shelf, cellular medicines. These cell therapies, with defined pharmaceutical release criteria, are planned to be readily available to patients worldwide.

Mesoblast has locations in Australia, the United States and Singapore and is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (MSB) and on the Nasdaq (MESO). For more information, please see www.mesoblast.com, LinkedIn: Mesoblast Limited and X: @Mesoblast

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes forward-looking statements that relate to future events or our future financial performance and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause our actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements to differ materially from any future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. We make such forward-looking statements pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other federal securities laws. Forward-looking statements should not be read as a guarantee of future performance or results, and actual results may differ from the results anticipated in these forward-looking statements, and the differences may be material and adverse. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements about: the initiation, timing, progress and results of Mesoblast’s preclinical and clinical studies, and Mesoblast’s research and development programs; Mesoblast’s ability to advance product candidates into, enroll and successfully complete, clinical studies, including multi-national clinical trials; Mesoblast’s ability to advance its manufacturing capabilities; the timing or likelihood of regulatory filings and approvals, manufacturing activities and product marketing activities, if any; the commercialization of Mesoblast’s RYONCIL for pediatric SR-aGVHD and any other product candidates, if approved; regulatory or public perceptions and market acceptance surrounding the use of stem-cell based therapies; the potential for Mesoblast’s product candidates, if any are approved, to be withdrawn from the market due to patient adverse events or deaths; the potential benefits of strategic collaboration agreements and Mesoblast’s ability to enter into and maintain established strategic collaborations; Mesoblast’s ability to establish and maintain intellectual property on its product candidates and Mesoblast’s ability to successfully defend these in cases of alleged infringement; the scope of protection Mesoblast is able to establish and maintain for intellectual property rights covering its product candidates and technology; estimates of Mesoblast’s expenses, future revenues, capital requirements and its needs for additional financing; Mesoblast’s financial performance; developments relating to Mesoblast’s competitors and industry; and the pricing and reimbursement of Mesoblast’s product candidates, if approved. You should read this press release together with our risk factors, in our most recently filed reports with the SEC or on our website. Uncertainties and risks that may cause Mesoblast’s actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from those which may be expressed or implied by such statements, and accordingly, you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. We do not undertake any obligations to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.

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January 1, 2026 3:55 pm

Princess Cruises Rings in New Year’s Day with Star Princess Alaska-Themed Float in the Rose Parade®

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PASADENA, Calif., Jan. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Princess Cruises rang in 2026 in full bloom with a stunning appearance at the iconic 137th Rose Parade®, unveiling its “Together in the Magic of Alaska” float. The floral masterpiece depicted Star Princess sailing through Alaska’s natural breath-taking beauty, marking the highly anticipated inaugural 2026 Alaska season for the cruise line’s newest ship.

Dazzling millions of viewers and thousands of bystanders as Star Princess “cruised” down the 5½‑mile parade route on Colorado Blvd., the finely detailed ship shimmered with silverleaf protea, coconut, blue statice, and lunaria—florals that beautifully evoked the icy glow of Alaska’s coastal waters.

Drawing inspiration from the natural beauty of Alaska, the design for Star Princess’ float extended this immersive artistry by incorporating textures and tones reminiscent of rugged coastlines and breathtaking regional scenery. The float featured spectacular animation, with Alaskan wildlife coming to life through gentle movement – from whales rising from icy waters to curious sea otters, soaring eagles, a bear clutching salmon, and a wild moose standing proudly amid the landscape. Rich floral details – most notably Blue Tweedia, symbolizing the Alaska state flower, the Forget‑Me‑Not – further brought the scene to life, seamlessly connecting the float’s intricate craftsmanship with the spirit and essence of Alaska.

Designed and built by Artistic Entertainment Services, the float also featured spectacular animation that brought Alaska’s wildlife to life, stretching approximately 55 feet long and 21 feet high, and adorned with more than 300,000 flowers and natural materials.

“What better way to welcome the new year than on the world-famous Rose Parade stage, celebrating the breathtaking beauty of Alaska and the debut of our remarkable new ship, Star Princess,” said Marie Lee, Princess Cruises Chief Marketing Officer. “Our float pays homage not only to our passionate Princess crew who bring Alaska voyages to life, but also to the local Alaskans – the storytellers, guides, artists, naturalists, and communities – who welcome our guests each season and make every journey extraordinary.”

Marie Lee continued by saying “This year’s ‘The Magic in Teamwork’ theme perfectly reflects who we are: an extraordinary team dedicated to delivering unforgettable travel experiences that inspire joy, connection, and moments worth retelling.”

To honor “The Magic in Teamwork” theme, and to pay tribute to the 25,000 crew members and teammates worldwide who deliver incredible cruise vacations, four Princess teammates rode on the float, two from Princess’ shoreside offices and two crew members.

Additionally, 12 performers danced their way down Colorado Blvd. to a reimagined version of “The Love Boat” theme song in a nostalgic nod to Princess’ ocean-going, co-starring role on the beloved television show credited with introducing millions of viewers to the concept of a cruise vacation.

Princess Cruises “Together in the Magic of Alaska” Float Florals

Glaciers rendered in crushed white chrysanthemums, rice, and iridescent everlasting; accented with cool blue tones, Alaska was brought to life through immersive floral artistry.
Surrounded by whales, layered blues and whites – iris, hydrangea, dendrobium orchids, ocean mums, and gypsophila – created the movement and depth of Alaskan waterways. Wildlife included moose and bears crafted from natural fibers such as palm fiber, cornsilk, grasses, and seeds for realistic texture, while a majestic eagle stood as a symbolic centerpiece honoring Princess Cruises’ spirit of discovery.
Towering 21-foot trees of pine and spruce formed an authentic forest backdrop, combining live greenery with structured forms. Additional ferns, grasses, and accent florals provide softness, texture, and seamless color transitions throughout the design.
The design featured authentic Alaskan florals, including blue tweedia, delphinium, larkspur, yarrow, asters, campanula, and astilbe to complete the landscape, drawing inspiration from the state’s wildflower meadows, tundra, and coastal beauty for a lush and unforgettable representation of Alaska.

Princess showcased its second Sphere Class ship – a 177,800-ton vessel designed to host 4,300 guests. Highlights of the float include The Dome, a next-generation relaxation and entertainment space perched atop the ship, and the striking sphere-shaped Piazza, the architectural centerpiece featuring dramatic curves, floor-to-ceiling windows, and sweeping ocean vistas.

As the #1 cruise line in Alaska, Princess Cruises’ upcoming 2026 season is its biggest ever, highlighted by the debut of Star Princess. The expanded program features eight ships, 180 departures, and 19 destinations, offering travelers an unparalleled selection of Alaska adventures by sea or by both land and sea. Star Princess sails weekly seven-day Inside Passage Alaska cruises, roundtrip from Seattle, May 3 – September 19, 2026.

Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS (1-800-774-6237), or by visiting the company’s website at princess.com.

About the Pasadena Tournament of Roses^®:The Pasadena Tournament of Roses is a volunteer organization that annually hosts the Rose Parade^®, the Rose Bowl Game^® and a variety of associated events. The Tournament’s 935 volunteer members act as ambassadors of the organization within the community and serve on one of 31 committees that ensure the success of the parade and game. Collectively, they contribute upwards of 80,000 hours of manpower each year. The 137th Rose Parade presented by Honda and themed “The Magic in Teamwork,” took place Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, followed by the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl Game presented by Prudential. For additional information on the Tournament of Roses please visit the official website at www.tournamentofroses.com.

About Princess Cruises:
Princess Cruises is The Love Boat, the world’s most iconic cruise brand that delivers dream vacations to millions of guests every year in the most sought-after destinations on the largest ships that offer elite service personalization and simplicity customary of small, yacht-class ships. Well-appointed staterooms, world class dining, grand performances, award-winning casinos and entertainment, luxurious spas, imaginative experiences and boundless activities blend with exclusive Princess MedallionClass service to create meaningful connections and unforgettable moments in the most incredible settings in the world – the Caribbean, Alaska, Panama Canal, Mexican Riviera, Europe, South America, Australia/New Zealand, the South Pacific, Hawaii, Asia, Canada/New England, Antarctica, and World Cruises. Star Princess, the brand’s newest and most innovative ship, launched October 2025, and sister ship to Sun Princess, named Condé Nast Traveler Mega Ship of the Year for a second consecutive year. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK).

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January 1, 2026 9:03 am

5-DAY DEADLINE ALERT: $42.04 Stock Drop at Inspire Medical Systems (INSP) Triggers Securities Fraud Lawsuit Over Concealed Medicare Billing Software Failures & Inspire V Inventory Glut

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Partner Reed Kathrein Urges Investors to Contact Firm Before January 5, 2026 Lead Plaintiff Deadline

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — National investor rights law firm Hagens Berman alerts INSP investors to the pending securities class action lawsuit against Inspire Medical Systems, Inc. (NYSE: INSP). The firm is urging INSP investors who suffered substantial losses to contact its attorneys before the January 5, 2026, Lead Plaintiff Deadline. The lawsuit, which is currently pending in the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota, alleges that Inspire Medical and its executives misled investors by concealing critical operational failures surrounding the launch of its next-generation device, the Inspire V for obstructive sleep apnea.

Class Period: Investors who purchased Inspire Medical (INSP) securities between August 6, 2024, and August 4, 2025.

Lead Plaintiff Deadline:
January 5, 2026

Submit Your INSP Losses Now
: If you suffered a substantial loss on your INSP investment, you are encouraged to contact Hagens Berman Partner Reed Kathrein to discuss your legal rights:

Visit: www.hbsslaw.com/investor-fraud/insp Email:[email protected]Call:844-916-0895

The Heart of the Inspire Medical Systems (INSP) Fraud Allegations

The securities class action complaint details how Inspire Medical allegedly assured investors of its “operational readiness” for the Inspire V launch, claiming it was ready “to throw the switch” for full commercial rollout. These assurances, the lawsuit contends, concealed fundamental failures that made a successful launch impossible, leading to a catastrophic guidance cut and stock crash.

The undisclosed operational issues that allegedly rendered the Company’s statements materially false and misleading include:

Alleged Concealment	The Truth Allegedly Revealed on Aug. 4, 2025	Impact on Business/Stock
Medicare & Billing Readiness	The necessary software updates for Medicare claims processing did not take effect until July 1, 2025, meaning implanting centers could not bill for procedures, stalling early adoption.	Delayed Inspire V rollout and bottlenecked revenue generation.
Excess Inventory (Channel Glut)	Customers and treatment centers held a significant surplus of the older Inspire IV device, impacting demand for the new Inspire V product and requiring an inventory “burn down.”	The allegedly flawed Inspire V launch led Inspire to slash its 2025 EPS guidance by over 80%.
Training & Onboarding	“Many centers” had not completed the essential training, contracting, and onboarding required to implant the new device.	$42.04 per share drop and 32.4% decline in value.

Hagens Berman’s Investigation of the Alleged Claims

“Our focus remains on the alleged concealment of two critical points: the Medicare claims software failure and the inventory glut of the prior Inspire IV device,” said Reed Kathrein, the Hagens Berman partner leading the firm’s investigation. “The suit alleges that Inspire’s stock collapse was the result of management allegedly prioritizing a narrative of seamless transition over operational reality.”

What You Can Do?: If you purchased Inspire Medical (INSP) securities during the Class Period, you may have legal options. If you wish to discuss your rights or have information that may assist our investigation, please contact Hagens Berman

Submit Your Inspire Medical (INSP) Stock Losses Now
Contact: Reed Kathrein at 844-916-0895 or email [email protected]

If you’d like more information and answers to frequently asked questions about the Inspire case and our investigation, visit Hagens Berman’s INSP dedicated case page: www.hbsslaw.com/investor-fraud/insp »

Whistleblowers: Persons with non-public information regarding Inspire should consider their options to help in the investigation or take advantage of the SEC Whistleblower program. Under the new program, whistleblowers who provide original information may receive rewards totaling up to 30 percent of any successful recovery made by the SEC. For more information, call Reed Kathrein at 844-916-0895 or email [email protected].

About Hagens Berman

Hagens Berman is a global plaintiffs’ rights complex litigation firm focusing on corporate accountability. The firm is home to a robust practice and represents investors as well as whistleblowers, workers, consumers and others in cases achieving real results for those harmed by corporate negligence and other wrongdoings. Hagens Berman’s team has secured more than $2.9 billion in this area of law. More about the firm and its successes can be found at hbsslaw.com. Follow the firm for updates and news at @ClassActionLaw.

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January 1, 2026 9:03 am

Six Flags Qiddiya City, Six Flags Entertainment Corporation’s First Destination Outside North America, is Now Officially Open

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Highly anticipated park opening ushers in new world records for its collection of 28 rides and attractions including the world’s longest, fastest and tallest roller coaster

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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Six Flags Qiddiya City, Saudi Arabia’s first-of-its-kind theme park and entertainment destination, celebrated its grand opening Dec. 31 by welcoming guests from across the Kingdom and globe. The debut marks Six Flags Entertainment’s first theme park designed and built outside North America. The trailblazing new park blends immersive entertainment with innovative technology across its six themed lands.

Qiddiya City is the world’s first global destination built entirely upon the “Power of Play.” Located at the heart of the Tuwaiq Mountains, just 40 minutes from Riyadh, this vibrant city, once complete, will bring world-class entertainment, sports and cultural experiences together in a way never seen before.

Six Flags Qiddiya City, Qiddiya City’s inaugural entertainment development, brings next-level thrills and unforgettable experiences to families, friends and adventure-seekers from across the Kingdom and beyond. It features 28 rides and attractions including record-breaking experiences, such as:

Falcons Flight – the world’s tallest, fastest and longest roller coaster
Iron Rattler – the world’s tallest tilt coaster
Spitfire – the world’s tallest inverting coaster

“Six Flags is proud to announce the opening of Six Flags Qiddiya City in Riyadh, Saudia Arabia, a landmark project that will redefine entertainment in the region. This world-class destination combines cutting-edge, record-breaking attractions, immersive experiences for all ages, and the signature thrills that have made Six Flags a global leader. We look forward to welcoming guests from across the Kingdom and beyond to experience the future of fun at Qiddiya City,” said John Reilly, president and CEO of Six Flags Entertainment Corporation.

With 18 rides specially designed for families and younger entertainment-seekers, the park ensures entertainment for all generations. Guests can also look forward to a variety of international dining options, along with retail outlets offering exclusive Six Flags merchandise and souvenirs.

Adult ticket prices start from $85 USD, children’s ticket prices start from $70 USD, and kids under the age of 4 enjoy free admission. Pricing is inclusive of all rides, while guests can also enhance their visit with the Unlimited GoFast Pass offering priority access for select rides.

Full ticketing, directions and other theme park details can be found at www.SixFlagsQiddiyaCity.com. The theme park is designed to be accessible to all guests, including individuals with special needs and their companions, ensuring an enjoyable and inclusive experience for everyone. Discounted tickets for these guests are available for purchase exclusively at the park with prices starting from $20 USD.

About Six Flags Qiddiya City

The first Six Flags theme park (designed and built) outside North America promises an unforgettable blend of thrills, culture and sustainability in Qiddiya City, Saudi Arabia. With 28 exclusive rides and attractions across six immersive lands, anchored by the vibrant Citadel, visitors will embark on a dynamic journey through the rich heritage of Saudi Arabia in a sustainable setting.

About Qiddiya City

Qiddiya City is Qiddiya Investment Company’s inaugural giga-initiative – a new global destination built from scratch on the foundations of play. Located at the heart of the Tuwaiq Mountains just 40 minutes from Riyadh, the vibrant master-planned city brings entertainment, sports, and culture together in a way never seen before. With Qiddiya’s Power of Play philosophy at its heart, the city is designed to host some of the world’s biggest sports competitions, festivals, concerts, and cultural events.

At scale, Qiddiya City will offer residents and visitors a high quality of life with hundreds of attractions and experiences, coupled with residential, retail, office, hospitality, healthcare and educational offerings set in a thoughtfully planned, smart and sustainable urban fabric.

About Six Flags Entertainment Corporation

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN) is North America’s largest regional amusement-resort operator with 27 amusement parks, 15 water parks and nine resort properties across 16 states in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Focused on its purpose of making people happy, Six Flags provides fun, immersive and memorable experiences to millions of guests every year with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks, resorts and a portfolio of beloved intellectual property including Looney Tunes®, DC Comics® and PEANUTS®.

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January 1, 2026 7:03 am

Commerce Bancshares, Inc. Completes FineMark Holdings, Inc. Acquisition

KANSAS CITY, Mo.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Commerce Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: CBSH) (“Commerce”), the parent company of Commerce Bank, announced today the closing of its previously announced acquisition of FineMark Holdings, Inc., the parent company of FineMark National Bank & Trust.

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Left to right. John Handy, president and chief executive officer, Commerce Trust, a division of Commerce Bank; Joseph Catti, chief executive officer, FineMark Bank & Trust, a division of Commerce Bank, and Chairman, Commerce Trust; John Kemper, president and chief executive officer, Commerce Bancshares, Inc.

Upon closing of the merger, Commerce has approximately $36 billion of assets and $90 billion of assets under administration, ranking it 15^th among bank-managed trust companies based on assets under management (on a pro forma basis using data as of September 30, 2025).

This acquisition expands Commerce’s private banking and wealth management business, building on its existing presence in Florida, and adds new locations in Arizona and South Carolina.

John Kemper, president and chief executive officer of Commerce, said, “We are delighted to announce the completion of the FineMark transaction, officially welcoming FineMark into our organization. FineMark is a natural culture fit, with a history of strong asset quality, a shared client-centric approach to wealth management and banking, and a commitment to building strong communities. Together, we are positioned to accelerate growth, expand our reach, and deliver even greater value to clients, shareholders, and our communities for many years to come.”

John Handy, president and chief executive officer, Commerce Trust, adds, “Our FineMark colleagues are remarkable, and we are thrilled to be one team. We have a stronger platform for continued growth in wealth management and private banking, and I look forward to working with them to serve clients and earn new relationships.”

Promptly following the closing, FineMark National Bank & Trust was merged with and into Commerce Bank. FineMark will operate as FineMark Bank & Trust, a division of Commerce Bank, and will continue to serve clients from its current locations while preserving existing advisor-client relationships. Joseph Catti will become Chairman of Commerce Trust and will continue to lead the FineMark Bank & Trust division of Commerce Bank. The conversion of operational systems necessary for the integration is planned for the second half of 2026.

ABOUT COMMERCE

Commerce Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: CBSH) is a regional bank holding company offering banking, payment solutions, wealth management and securities brokerage through its subsidiaries. Commerce Bank, its primary subsidiary, has over 160 years of experience helping individuals and businesses through high-touch service and sophisticated, personalized financial solutions.

Commerce maintains an extensive network of banking centers, wealth offices, and ATMs throughout the Midwest, as well as commercial offices in 11 states and offers payment solutions nationwide. With the acquisition of FineMark Holdings, Inc., Commerce builds on its existing private banking and wealth management presence in Florida and adds wealth offices in Arizona and South Carolina.

Customers can conveniently access their accounts 24/7 using mobile and online platforms, as well as a customer service line. Learn more at www.commercebank.com.

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This press release may contain forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, certain plans, expectations, goals, projections, and statements about the benefits of Commerce’s acquisition of FineMark, and other statements that are not historical facts. All statements other than statements of historical fact, including statements about beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements may be identified by words such as “may,” “will,” “should,” “could,” “would,” “plan,” “potential,” “estimate,” “project,” “believe,” “intend,” “anticipate,” “expect,” “target” and similar expressions. Forward-looking statements, by their nature, are subject to risks and uncertainties. There are many factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from expected results described in the forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements are intended to be subject to the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

Factors relating to the acquisition that could cause or contribute to actual results differing materially from those contained or implied in forward-looking statements or historical performance include, in addition to those factors identified elsewhere in this press release, the possibility that revenue or expense synergies or the other expected benefits of the acquisition may not fully materialize or may take longer to realize than expected, or may be more costly to achieve than anticipated, including as a result of the impact of, or problems arising from, the integration of the two companies, the strength of the economy and competitive factors in the areas where Commerce does business, or other unexpected factors or events; the risk that Commerce is unable to successfully and promptly implement its integration strategies; reputational risks and potential adverse reactions from or changes to the relationships with the companies’ customers, employees or other business partners, including resulting from the completion of the acquisition; the dilution caused by Commerce’s issuance of common stock in connection with the acquisition; diversion of management’s attention and time from ongoing business operations and other opportunities on matters relating to the acquisition; and other factors that may affect the future results of Commerce, including continued pressures and uncertainties within the banking industry and Commerce’s markets, including changes in interest rates and deposit amounts and composition, adverse developments in the level and direction of loan delinquencies, charge-offs, and estimates of the adequacy of the allowance for loan losses, increased competitive pressures, asset and credit quality deterioration, the impact of proposed or imposed tariffs by the U.S. government or retaliatory tariffs proposed or imposed by U.S. trading partners that could have an adverse impact on customers or any recession or slowdown in economic growth particularly in the markets in which Commerce operates, and legislative, regulatory, and fiscal policy changes and related compliance costs.

These factors are not necessarily all of the factors that could cause Commerce’s actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by any of the forward-looking statements. Other unknown or unpredictable factors also could harm Commerce’s results.

Further information regarding Commerce and factors that could affect the forward-looking statements contained herein can be found in Commerce’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, which is accessible on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (the “SEC”) website at www.sec.gov and at Investor.Commercebank.com, and in other documents Commerce files with the SEC. Information on these websites is not part of this document.

All forward-looking statements attributable to Commerce, or persons acting on Commerce’s behalf, are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements set forth above. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and Commerce does not undertake or assume any obligation to update publicly any of these statements to reflect actual results, new information or future events, changes in assumptions, or changes in other factors affecting forward-looking statements, except to the extent required by applicable law. If Commerce updates one or more forward-looking statements, no inference should be drawn that Commerce will make additional updates with respect to those or other forward-looking statements.

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January 1, 2026 3:03 am

XPENG Announces Vehicle Delivery Results for December and Full Year 2025

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429,445
vehicles delivered for the full year 2025, a 126% YoY increase

GUANGZHOU, China, Jan. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — XPeng Inc. (“XPENG” or the “Company,” NYSE: XPEV and HKEX: 9868), a leading global AI mobility technology company, today announced its vehicle delivery results for December and full year 2025.

XPENG delivered 37,508 vehicles in December 2025, representing a year-over-year increase of 2%. Total annual deliveries in 2025 reached 429,445 units, representing a 126% increase over the prior year.

For the full year 2025, XPENG delivered 45,008 vehicles in overseas markets, up 96% year-over-year, and expanded its global footprint to 60 countries and regions by year-end.

Notably, XPENG’s total vehicles delivered in 2025 are expected to reduce life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions by more than 6.61 million tons — equivalent to the carbon absorption of 110 million young trees over 10 years.

During 2025, XPENG accelerated the expansion of its self-operated charging network, adding more than 1,100 new charging stations and bringing the total network to 3,000 stations, marking a major milestone in the Company’s infrastructure development.

About XPENG

XPENG is a leading Chinese Smart EV company that designs, develops, manufactures, and markets Smart EVs that appeal to the large and growing base of technology-savvy middle-class consumers. Its mission is to become a smart technology company trusted and loved by users worldwide. In order to optimize its customers’ mobility experience, XPENG develops in-house its full-stack advanced driver-assistance system technology and in-car intelligent operating system, as well as core vehicle systems including powertrain and the electrical/electronic architecture. XPENG is headquartered in Guangzhou, China, with main offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Silicon Valley and San Diego. The Company’s Smart EVs are mainly manufactured at its plants in Zhaoqing and Guangzhou, Guangdong province. For more information, please visit https://www.xpeng.com/.

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Contacts:

For Investor Enquiries:
IR Department
XPeng Inc.
Email: [email protected]

Jenny Cai
Piacente Financial Communications
Tel: +1 212 481 2050 / +86 10 6508 0677
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For Media Enquiries:
PR Department
XPeng Inc.
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January 1, 2026 3:03 am

NIO Inc. Provides December, Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Delivery Update

Company Achieved New Record-High Monthly and Quarterly Deliveries

48,135 vehicles were delivered in December 2025, increasing by 54.6% year-over-year
124,807 vehicles were delivered in the three months ended December 2025, increasing by 71.7% year-over-year
326,028 vehicles were delivered in 2025 in total, increasing by 46.9% year-over-year
Cumulative deliveries reached 997,592 as of December 31, 2025

SHANGHAI, Jan. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NIO Inc. (NYSE: NIO; HKEX: 9866; SGX: NIO) (“NIO” or the “Company”), a pioneer and a leading company in the global smart electric vehicle market, today announced its December, fourth quarter and full year 2025 delivery results.

The Company delivered 48,135 vehicles in December 2025, a new monthly high, representing an increase of 54.6% year-over-year. The deliveries consisted of 31,897 vehicles from the Company’s premium smart electric vehicle brand NIO, 9,154 vehicles from the Company’s family-oriented smart electric vehicle brand ONVO, and 7,084 vehicles from the Company’s small smart high-end electric car brand FIREFLY. The Company delivered 124,807 vehicles in the fourth quarter of 2025, reaching a new quarterly record and representing an increase of 71.7% year-over-year. For the full year 2025, total deliveries reached 326,028 vehicles, increasing by 46.9% year-over-year. Cumulative deliveries reached 997,592 as of December 31, 2025.

In December 2025, our flagship premium SUV, the NIO All-New ES8, surpassed 40,000 cumulative deliveries, setting the fastest delivery record among BEVs priced above RMB400,000 in China. Powered by industry-leading smart EV technologies and supported by a comprehensive chargeable, swappable, and upgradable power network, the All-New ES8 has strengthened its leading position in the large three-row SUVs segment, demonstrating exceptional product competitiveness and widespread user recognition.

About NIO Inc.

NIO Inc. is a pioneer and a leading company in the global smart electric vehicle market. Founded in November 2014, NIO aspires to shape a sustainable and brighter future with the mission of “Blue Sky Coming”. NIO envisions itself as a user enterprise where innovative technology meets experience excellence. NIO designs, develops, manufactures and sells smart electric vehicles, driving innovations in next-generation core technologies. NIO distinguishes itself through continuous technological breakthroughs and innovations, exceptional products and services, and a community for shared growth. NIO provides premium smart electric vehicles under the NIO brand, family-oriented smart electric vehicles through the ONVO brand, and small smart high-end electric cars with the FIREFLY brand.

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December 31, 2025 10:10 pm

PRGO Investors Have Opportunity to Lead Perrigo Company plc Securities Fraud Lawsuit

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NEW YORK, Dec. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ —

Why: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Perrigo Company plc (NYSE: PRGO) between February 27, 2023 and November 4, 2025, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important January 16, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.

So what: If you purchased Perrigo securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

What to do next: To join the Perrigo. class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=48085 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than January 16, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

Why Rosen Law: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually litigate securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company at the time. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs’ Bar. Many of the firm’s attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

Details of the case: According to the lawsuit, defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements and or failed to disclose that: (1) the infant formula business acquired from Nestlé suffered from significant underinvestment in maintenance; (2) Perrigo needed to make substantial capital and operational expenditures above Perrigo’s outwardly stated cost estimates to remediate the infant formula business; (3) there were significant manufacturing deficiencies in the facility for Perrigo’s infant formula business; (4) as a result of the foregoing, Perrigo’s financial results, including earnings and cash flow, were overstated; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, defendants’ positive statements about Perrigo’s business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

To join the Perrigo class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=48085 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.

No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor’s ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.

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December 31, 2025 10:01 pm

Sprouts Deadline: SFM Investors Have Opportunity to Lead Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. Securities Fraud Lawsuit

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NEW YORK, Dec. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities and sellers of put options of Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFM) between June 4, 2025 and October 29, 2025, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important January 26, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.

So what: If you purchased Sprouts Farmers Market securities and/or sold put options during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

What to do next: To join the Sprouts Farmers Market class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=48630 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than January 26, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

Details of the case: According to the lawsuit, defendants provided investors with material information concerning Sprouts Farmers Market’s growth potential for the fiscal year 2025. Defendants’ statements included, among other things, confidence in Sprouts’ customer base to remain resilient to macroeconomic pressures and that Sprouts Farmers Market would instead benefit from the perceived tailwinds from a more cautious consumer. Defendants provided these overwhelmingly positive statements to investors while, at the same time, disseminating materially false and misleading statements and/or concealing material adverse facts concerning the true state of Sprouts Farmers Market’s growth potential; notably, that a more cautious consumer could result in significant slowdown in sales growth and the purported tailwinds would be unable to dampen the slowdown or would otherwise fail to manifest entirely. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

To join the Sprouts Farmers Market class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=48630 or call call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.

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December 31, 2025 9:18 pm

Society Pass Incorporated Announces Closing of $3 Million Public Offering of Common Stock Priced At Premium to Market Under Nasdaq Rules

NEW YORK, Dec. 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Society Pass Incorporated (Nasdaq: SOPA) (the “Company”), Southeast Asia’s (SEA) next generation e-commerce ecosystem, today announced the closing of its previously announced best efforts public offering of an aggregate of 1,500,000 shares of its common stock at a public offering price of $2.00 per share, for aggregate gross proceeds of $3 million, before deducting the placement agent’s fees and other offering expenses payable by the Company. The offering was priced at a premium to market under Nasdaq rules.

Rodman & Renshaw LLC acted as the exclusive placement agent for the offering.

The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the offering for working capital and general corporate purposes, including operating expenses and capital expenditures.

The securities were offered and sold pursuant to a registration statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-292060), which was declared effective by the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on December 29, 2025. The offering was made only by means of a prospectus forming part of the effective registration statement relating to the offering. Electronic copies of the final prospectus may be obtained on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov and may also be obtained by contacting Rodman & Renshaw LLC at 600 Lexington Avenue, 32nd Floor, New York, NY 10022, by telephone at (212) 540-4414, or by email at [email protected].

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

About Society Pass Inc.

Founded in 2018 as an e-commerce ecosystem in the fast-growing markets of Vietnam, Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand, which account for more than 80% of the SEA population, and with offices located in Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Jakarta, Manila, and Singapore, Society Pass Incorporated (Nasdaq: SOPA) is an acquisition-focused holding company operating 3 interconnected verticals (digital media, travel, and lifestyle). Society Pass leverages technology to tailor a more personalised experience for customers in the purchase journey and to transform the entire retail value chain in SEA.

Society Pass completed an initial public offering and began trading on the Nasdaq under the ticker SOPA in November 2021.

For more information on Society Pass, please visit:

Website at https://www.thesocietypass.com or

LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/societypass or

Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/thesocietypass or

X at https://twitter.com/society_pass or

Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/societypass/.

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This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbour” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements regarding the intended use of the proceeds from the offering. You can identify forward-looking statements by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current facts. These statements may include words such as “anticipate”, “estimate”, “expect”, “project”, “plan”, “intend”, “believe”, “may”, “will”, “should”, “can have”, “likely” and other words and terms of similar meaning. Forward-looking statements represent Society Pass Incorporated’s current expectations regarding future events and are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by the forward-looking statements. Among those risks and uncertainties are market conditions, including the trading price and volatility of Society Pass Incorporated’s common stock and risks relating to Society Pass Incorporated’s business, including the Company’s ability to develop and successfully change its business model and the Company’s ability to identify new investments and spin-off acquisitions.

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Raynuald LIANG
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