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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 1/1,500^th 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.

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May 2, 2026 6:05 am

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.

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KEYWORDS: Florida Michigan Ohio Maryland North Carolina Indiana Illinois Texas Tennessee United States Caribbean South America North America Latin America Colombia Puerto Rico

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May 2, 2026 12:20 am

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

May 1, 2026 11:22 pm

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 152^nd 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 152^nd 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 18^th 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
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Media Contact:
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May 1, 2026 9:03 pm

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.

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
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New York, NY, 10018
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (646) 453-8903

May 1, 2026 8:33 pm

Gray Media and Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group Closed Station Transactions

ATLANTA, May 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Gray Media, Inc. and Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group, Inc. announced today that the parties have closed on both of their previously announced transactions for a total purchase price of $171 million plus working capital adjustments. In particular, Gray acquired stations located in three new markets for Gray on March 26, 2026, and Gray acquired stations in the remaining seven overlap markets today.

About

Gray Media:

Gray Media, Inc. (NYSE: GTN) is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation’s largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest rated television station in average all-day ratings across the 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. For more information, please visit www.graymedia.com.

About Allen Media Group:

Chairman and CEO Byron Allen founded Allen Media Group in 1993. Headquartered in Los Angeles, it has offices in New York and Atlanta. Allen Media Group owns/operates 28 ABC-NBC-CBS-FOX network affiliate broadcast television stations in 21 U.S. markets and ten 24-hour HD television networks serving nearly 300 million subscribers: THE WEATHER CHANNEL, PETS.TV, COMEDY.TV, RECIPE.TV, CARS.TV, ES.TV, MYDESTINATION.TV, JUSTICECENTRAL.TV, THEGRIO TELEVISION NETWORK, and HBCU GO. Allen Media Group also owns the digital streaming platforms HBCU GO, SPORTS.TV, THEGRIO, THE WEATHER CHANNEL STREAMING APP, and LOCAL NOW–the free-streaming AVOD service, which delivers real-time, hyper-local news, weather, traffic, sports, and lifestyle information. Allen Media Group also produces, distributes, and sells advertising for 74 television programs, making it one of the largest independent producers/distributors of first-run syndicated television programming for broadcast television stations. With a library of over 7,000 hours of owned content across multiple genres, Allen Media Group provides video content to broadcast television stations, cable television networks, mobile devices, and multimedia digital. Allen Media Group’s mission is to provide excellent content to its viewers, global platforms, and Fortune 500 advertising partners. For more information, visit: www.allenmedia.tv

Gray Contact:

Kevin P. Latek, Executive Vice President, Chief Legal and Development Officer, 404-266-8333

Allen Media Group Contact:

Eric Peterkofsky, Executive Vice President, Talent & Public Relations, 310-277-3500

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May 1, 2026 8:30 pm

DISH Network and Gray Media Reach New Multi-Year Carriage Agreement

Channels restored for DISH TV customers
Agreement ensures DISH customers long-term access to channels

ENGLEWOOD, Colo., May 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DISH Network announced today it reached a new carriage agreement with Gray Media restoring 226 local channels in 113 markets across the U.S.

“We’re pleased to have reached a long-term agreement that benefits all parties and most importantly, our customers,” said Kevin Covell, Senior Vice President, DISH Video Services. “Thank you to our customers for your patience and understanding as we worked through the negotiations.”

The agreement provides DISH subscribers the ability to tune in to various ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, CW, MyNetworkTV, Telemundo and other Gray Media-owned channels in 113 markets nationwide.

About DISH

DISH Network has served as a disruptive force, driving innovation and value on behalf of consumers. The company provides television entertainment and award-winning technology to millions of customers with its satellite DISH TV and streaming SLING TV services. In 2020, the company became a nationwide U.S. wireless carrier through the acquisition of Boost Mobile. DISH Network is a wholly owned subsidiary of EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS).

Media Contact
[email protected]

May 1, 2026 6:31 pm

Pennant Acquires Senior Living Communities in Arizona and Wisconsin

EAGLE, Idaho, May 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Pennant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: PNTG), the parent company of the Pennant group of affiliated home health, hospice, home care and senior living companies, announced today that effective May 1^st 2026, it has assumed operations of three senior living communities across Arizona and Wisconsin, expanding Pennant’s operations by 194 units. The three operations are all subject to triple net leases.

In Glendale, Arizona, Pennant has assumed operations of a 100-unit assisted living community formerly known as Amarsi Senior Living, which will now operate as Saguaro Assisted Living. In Neenah, Wisconsin, Pennant has assumed operations of a 45-unit assisted living community known as Emerald Ridge. The community will now operate as Cardinal Lane Senior Living. Additionally, Pennant has assumed operations of a 49-unit assisted living community formerly known as Anna’s House in In New Franken, Wisconsin. The community will now operate as Harbor Haven Senior Living.

“This group of transactions reflects our continued focus on disciplined growth and operational excellence,” said Brent Guerisoli, Chief Executive Officer of Pennant. “These communities deepen our presence in and commitment to two of Pennant’s most important and strategic markets. These transitions allow us to apply our proven operating model, strengthen performance, and create long-term value for shareholders while maintaining a strong focus on quality and sustainability.”

Andew Rider, President of Pinnacle Senior Living LLC, Pennant’s senior living subsidiary, added: “Most importantly, each of these transitions is about the people—residents who call these communities home and the team members who serve them every day. We are committed to smooth, thoughtful transitions that prioritize resident experience, support team continuity, and reinforce a culture of care, leadership, and accountability.”

Pennant will work closely with residents, families, and on-site leadership teams to ensure continuity of care and seamless transitions of operations at each community.

About Pennant:

The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees, and assets. References herein to the consolidated “company” and “its” assets and activities, as well as the use of the terms “we,” “us,” “its” and similar verbiage, are not meant to imply that The Pennant Group, Inc. has direct operating assets, employees or revenue, or that any of the home health and hospice businesses, senior living communities or the Service Center are operated by the same entity. More information about Pennant is available at www.pennantgroup.com.

Contact Information

The Pennant Group, Inc.
(208) 401-1400
[email protected]
SOURCE: The Pennant Group, Inc.

May 1, 2026 6:30 pm

SRAD ALERT: Investigation Launched into Sportradar Group AG, RGRD Law Attorneys Encourage Investors and Potential Witnesses to Contact Law Firm

SAN DIEGO, May 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP is investigating potential violations of U.S. federal securities laws involving Sportradar Group AG (NASDAQ: SRAD).

If you have information that could assist in the Sportradar investigation or if you are a Sportradar investor who suffered a loss and would like to learn more, you can provide your information here:

https://www.rgrdlaw.com/cases-sportradar-group-ag-investigation-srad.html

You can also contact attorneys

Ken Dolitsky

or

Michael Albert

of Robbins Geller by calling 800/449-4900 or via e-mail at

[email protected]

.

THE COMPANY: Sportradar, together with its subsidiaries, provides sports data services for the sports betting and media industries.

THE REVELATION: On April 22, 2026, Muddy Waters Research published a report titled, “Sportradar AG: Putting the BET into Aiding and Abetting; The Leader of Sports Integrity Powers the World’s Illegal Online Sportsbooks.” On this news, the price of Sportradar stock fell more than 22%.

ABOUT ROBBINS GELLER: Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP is one of the world’s leading law firms representing investors in securities fraud and shareholder rights litigation. Our Firm ranked #1 on the most recent ISS Securities Class Action Services Top 50 Report, recovering more than $916 million for investors in 2025. This marks our fourth #1 ranking in the past five years. And in those five years alone, Robbins Geller recovered $8.4 billion for investors – $3.4 billion more than any other law firm. With 200 lawyers in 10 offices, Robbins Geller is one of the largest plaintiffs’ firms in the world, and the Firm’s attorneys have obtained many of the largest securities class action recoveries in history, including the largest ever – $7.2 billion – in In re Enron Corp. Sec. Litig.

Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
Services may be performed by attorneys in any of our offices.

Contact:
        Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP
        Ken Dolitsky
        Michael Albert
        655 W. Broadway, Suite 1900, San Diego, CA 92101
        800-449-4900
        [email protected]