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Minneapolis, MN, March 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sezzle Inc. (NASDAQ:SEZL) (Sezzle or Company) // – Sezzle, a leading Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) solution, is kicking off the new year with a suite of features designed to make shopping smarter, simpler, and more transparent. With the Sezzle app, consumers can shop anywhere, compare prices in seconds, and instantly find the best deals — reinforcing Sezzle’s mission to financially empower the next generation.

Sezzle’s latest enhancements, including seamless deal discovery, auto-applied coupons, and price drop notifications, ensure shoppers never miss out on savings.

Shoppers Engaged More Than Ever in 2024:

• A growing demand for deals and discounts —Sezzle’s Product Marketplace continues to surge, helping consumers find the best prices instantly.
• A 71% year-over-year growth in Marketplace sessions, highlighting increased engagement.
• Marketplace orders grew at an average of 39% month-over-month, reflecting strong user adoption.
• One in five users who opened the Sezzle app made a purchase within the Marketplace, showcasing its value to shoppers.

“At Sezzle, we’re committed to making shopping more intuitive, transparent, and rewarding,” said Amin Sabzivand, Chief Operating Officer at Sezzle. “By introducing these new features, we’re helping consumers effortlessly find the best deals and maximize their savings — wherever they shop.”

On-Demand
: Sezzle, Anywhere You Want It

Building on the success of the Sezzle subscription product, Sezzle saw strong demand for a flexible, non-subscription way to Pay in 4 anywhere*. The Sezzle On-Demand product meets this need by allowing users to generate a single-use virtual card for a set amount, enabling them to split payments without being limited to partnered merchants. Issued by WebBank, Sezzle On-Demand is already meeting the needs of shoppers who value the simplicity and convenience of the On-Demand way to pay.

This product offers higher conversion rates — both for first-time orders and for shoppers upgrading to a subscription — demonstrating its impact on driving engagement. Unlike a subscription, Sezzle On-Demand has no recurring fees; consumers simply pay a one-time service fee at checkout. By setting their spending amount upfront, shoppers can stay in control of their budget while enjoying the flexibility of Buy Now, Pay Later across any retailer that accepts Visa.

Product Marketplace: Access to Over One Million Products (and Counting!)

Sezzle’s Product Marketplace is expanding rapidly, now offering access to over one million products — and counting! Whether you’re searching for the latest sneakers, must-have beauty essentials, or cutting-edge tech, Sezzle Marketplace makes it easy to find exactly what you need, all while enjoying the flexibility of Buy Now, Pay Later.

What’s New in Sezzle’s Product Marketplace?

• Smarter shopping with AI-powered, personalized recommendations tailored to your interests.
• Instant price drop alerts to ensure you never miss a deal.
• Curated collections featuring trending products, making discovery effortless.

Behind the scenes, AI-driven technology is transforming the shopping experience. Sezzle’s system automatically categorizes products, refines search results, and curates relevant collections, ensuring users quickly find what they’re hunting for. With intelligent personalization, Sezzle’s Product Marketplace delivers smarter, more intuitive recommendations, making it easier than ever to shop with confidence and convenience.

Price Comparison: Making Shopping More Transparent and Intuitive

Why waste time hunting for the lowest price when Sezzle can do it for you? Sezzle’s new price comparison tool helps users find the best value in seconds. This smart shopping feature takes the guesswork out of saving, making it easier than ever to get the best bang for your buck — without the endless browsing.

Auto-Couponing: Find the Best Deal, Instantly 

Finding discounts just got easier with Sezzle’s new auto couponing feature. Shoppers can now access exclusive deals directly through the Sezzle app, with available coupons automatically applied at checkout — no extra steps required. Additionally, consumers receive real-time price drop notifications, ensuring they never miss a chance to save. By combining convenience with savings, Sezzle continues to make shopping more seamless and budget-friendly.

And this is just the start! Sezzle remains committed to creating a smarter, more transparent shopping experience, with even more exciting updates coming soon. Stay tuned!

Looking to explore these new features? Download the Sezzle App on the Apple App Store and  Google Play Store.

Take a look at Sezzle’s 4Q24 earnings press release here for key financial highlights and business updates from the past year.

About Sezzle Inc.

Sezzle is a forward-thinking fintech company committed to financially empowering the next generation. Through its purpose-driven payment platform, Sezzle enhances consumers’ purchasing power by offering access to point-of-sale financing options and digital payment services—connecting millions of customers with its global network of merchants. Centered on transparency, inclusivity, and ease of use, Sezzle empowers consumers to manage spending responsibly, take charge of their finances, and achieve lasting financial independence.

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Pay in 4 and Pay in 2 loans are originated by WebBank except loans in Iowa and Puerto Rico. For example, for a $300 loan Pay in 4, you make one $75 down payment today, then three $75 payments every two weeks for a 35.40% annual percentage rate (APR) and total payments of $305.99, which includes a $5.99 Service Fee (finance charge) charged at loan origination. Service fees vary and can range from $0 to $5.99 depending on the purchase price and Sezzle product. Actual fees are reflected in checkout.

*Sezzle Anywhere and On-Demand can only be used for US purchases where Visa is accepted. Certain merchant, product, goods, and service restrictions apply.

Sezzle Media Contact:

Erin Foran

Tel: (651) 403-2184

Email: [email protected]

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LONDON, March 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Average spend across the natural resources industry on clean energy technologies is expected to increase by over a third in the next financial year, according to the latest global Clean Energy Survey released by Willis, a WTW business, (NASDAQ: WTW).

Against the backdrop of increased fossil fuel investment in the short and medium term, natural resources businesses have ambitious long-term investment plans in clean energy technology. The risk outlook is more complex and interconnected than ever before as companies balance conflicting priorities.

The survey received 450 responses from senior decision makers in leading energy and natural resources companies in Europe, North America, Asia-Pacific and Latin America, providing insights into the industry’s next moves in facing its evolving challenges.

Key findings include:

• 100% of natural resources companies surveyed have a clean energy strategy, but with different levels of maturity. 71% of renewables companies are at the implementing or fully implemented stage, compared to 36% for oil and gas, 63% for power and 43% for mining and metals.
• 63% view clean energy as a growth opportunity: The result is similar across all sectors, indicating a widespread commitment to the energy transition. This includes oil and gas businesses, with many companies investing in clean energy alongside the recent uptick in fossil fuel activity.  
• Investment will increase by over a third in 2025: 34% is the average expected increase in spend on clean energy technologies and infrastructure in the next financial year.
• Technology priorities are shifting: 51% rated solar as a top priority in the near and medium term. In the medium to long term, 61% prioritize battery storage solutions and carbon capture and storage. Geothermal and hydrogen emerged as high priorities over a 10-year horizon.
• Supply chain and geopolitics are top risks:   79% named supply chain disruption and 78% geopolitical issues among the greatest risks to their clean energy strategy, reflecting concerns over trade tensions and changes to subsidies and regulations at a time of increasing global volatility. 
• Companies face challenges getting the right insurance:   53% said blanket exclusions were an obstacle to transferring their risks, followed by limited duration / inflexibility of insurance (48%), and lack of suitable products (47%), indicating a need for markets to develop new and better solutions for clean energy risks.

Rupert Mackenzie, Global Head of Natural Resources, Willis, said: “The risk outlook is more complex and interconnected than ever before. Navigating the clean energy transition is challenging for natural resources companies, who must balance competing regulatory, financial and operational pressures. From supply chain issues to technical and performance failures, to difficulties getting affordable project financing and right-sizing insurance cover.

Maintaining stable energy supplies and healthy revenue flows are commercial priorities, but the need to participate in the clean energy transition is unavoidable. We are committed to understanding the opportunities and obstacles that natural resources companies encounter on their decarbonization journey, as we strive to empower these organizations with the insight and support they need to make informed risk decisions today that will shape a sustainable energy future.”

About WTW

At WTW (NASDAQ: WTW), we provide data-driven, insight-led solutions in the areas of people, risk and capital. Leveraging the global view and local expertise of our colleagues serving 140 countries and markets, we help organizations sharpen their strategy, enhance organizational resilience, motivate their workforce and maximize performance.

Working shoulder to shoulder with our clients, we uncover opportunities for sustainable success—and provide perspective that moves you.

Learn more at wtwco.com.

Media contact

Sarah Booker:
[email protected] / +44 7917 722040

LONDON, March 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Navigator Holdings Ltd. (“Navigator Gas” or the “Company”) (NYSE: NVGS), announces a correction to the first paragraph of its press release dated March 12, 2025 (the “Release”), relating to the record date for the cash dividend for the quarter ended December 31, 2024.

In the Release, the first paragraph read:

• On March 12, 2025, the Board of Navigator Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NVGS) (“Navigator Holdings,” “Navigator Gas,” “our,” “we,” “us” or the “Company”) declared a cash dividend of $0.05 per share for the quarter ended December 31, 2024, (the “Dividend”) under the Company’s Return of Capital policy, payable on April 3, 2025 to all shareholders of record as of the close of business U.S. Eastern Time on March 23, 2025.

The Release is corrected to read as follows:

• On March 12, 2025, the Board of Navigator Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NVGS) (“Navigator Holdings,” “Navigator Gas,” “our,” “we,” “us” or the “Company”) declared a cash dividend of $0.05 per share for the quarter ended December 31, 2024, (the “Dividend”) under the Company’s Return of Capital policy, payable on April 3, 2025 to all shareholders of record as of the close of business U.S. Eastern Time on March 24, 2025.

About Navigator Gas

Navigator Holdings Ltd. (described herein as “Navigator Gas” or the “Company”) is the owner and operator of the world’s largest fleet of handysize liquefied gas carriers and a global leader in the seaborne transportation services of petrochemical gases, such as ethylene and ethane, liquefied petroleum gas (“LPG”) and ammonia and owns a 50% share, through a joint venture, in an ethylene export marine terminal at Morgan’s Point, Texas on the Houston Ship Channel, USA. Navigator Gas’ fleet consists of 58 semi- or fully-refrigerated liquefied gas carriers, 27 of which are ethylene and ethane capable. The Company plays a vital role in the liquefied gas supply chain for energy companies, industrial consumers and commodity traders, with its sophisticated vessels providing an efficient and reliable ‘floating pipeline’ between the parties, connecting the world today, creating a sustainable tomorrow. Navigator Gas’ common stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “NVGS”.