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KNOXVILLE, Tenn., Jan. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SmartFinancial, Inc. (“SmartFinancial”) (Nasdaq: SMBK), the parent company for SmartBank, announced that on January 26, 2023, the board of directors of SmartFinancial declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.08 per share of SmartFinancial common stock payable on February 27, 2023, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on February 10, 2023. The $0.08 per share quarterly dividend represents a 14% increase over SmartFinancial’s prior quarterly dividend declared in October 2022 of $0.07 per share.

About SmartFinancial, Inc.

SmartFinancial, Inc., based in Knoxville, Tennessee, is the publicly-traded bank holding company for SmartBank. SmartBank is a full-service commercial bank founded in 2007 with branches across Tennessee, Alabama, and the Florida Panhandle. Recruiting the best people, delivering exceptional client service, strategic branching, and a disciplined approach to lending have all contributed to the company’s success. More information about SmartFinancial can be found on its website: www.smartfinancialinc.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of and subject to the safe harbor protections of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In general, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as “may,” “depend,” “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “will,” “should,” “plan,” “estimate,” “predict,” “continue” and “potential”, or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology. Forward-looking statements represent management’s beliefs with regard to the matters addressed, based upon information available at the time the statements are made; they are not guarantees of future performance, and they should they not be relied upon as representing management’s views as of any date subsequent to the date first made. Forward-looking statements are subject to numerous assumptions, risks and uncertainties that change over time and could cause actual results or financial condition to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by such statements.

Factors that could affect the forward-looking statements in this release can be found in the cautionary language included under the headings “Forward-Looking Statements” and “Risk Factors” in SmartFinancial’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, and other documents subsequently filed by SmartFinancial with the SEC. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed. SmartFinancial expressly disclaims any obligation to update any factors or to announce publicly the result of revisions to any of the forward-looking statements included herein to reflect future events or developments.

Investor Contacts

Billy Carroll
President and Chief Executive Officer
SmartFinancial, Inc.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 865.868.0613

Ron Gorczynski
Executive Vice President
Chief Financial Officer
SmartFinancial, Inc.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 865.437.5724

Media Contact

Kelley Fowler
Senior Vice President
Public Relations/Marketing
SmartFinancial, Inc.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 865.868.0611

CLEVELAND, Jan. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Parker Hannifin Corporation (NYSE: PH), the global leader in motion and control technologies, today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $1.33 per share of common stock to shareholders of record as of February 10, 2023. The dividend is payable March 3, 2023.

This is the company’s 291^st consecutive quarterly dividend. Parker has increased its annual dividends per share paid to shareholders for 66 consecutive fiscal years, among the top five longest-running dividend-increase records in the S&P 500 Index. 

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Learn more at www.parker.com or @parkerhannifin.

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MADISON, Wis., Jan. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Alliant Energy Corporation (NASDAQ: LNT) Board of Directors today declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.4525 per share payable on February 15, 2023, to shareowners of record as of the close of business on January 31, 2023.

Dividends on common stock have been paid for 309 consecutive quarters since 1946.

Alliant Energy Corporation (NASDAQ: LNT) provides regulated energy service to 975,000 electric and 420,000 natural gas customers across Iowa and Wisconsin. Alliant Energy’s mission is to deliver the energy solutions and exceptional service customers and communities count on – safely, efficiently and responsibly. Alliant Energy is a component of the Nasdaq CRD Sustainability Index, Bloomberg’s 2020 Gender-Equality Index, and the S&P 500. For more information, visit alliantenergy.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. 

Media Contact: 24-hour access (608) 458-4040

Investor Relations Contact: Susan Gille (608) 458-3956

NEW YORK, Jan. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Seaport Calibre Materials Acquisition Corp. (Nasdaq: SCMA) (the “Company”) announced today that it has postponed the Company’s Special Meeting of Stockholders to be held on January 26, 2023, until January 31, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The postponed Special Meeting will be completely virtual and stockholders will be able to attend the special meeting online, vote and submit questions by visiting https://www.cstproxy.com/seaportcalibreacquisition/2023. There will be no change in the record date as a result of this postponement, and proxies tendered prior to the postponed date will not need to be voted again.

Stockholders may elect to redeem their public shares for a pro rata portion of the funds held in the Trust Account, by no later than January 27, 2023, by tendering their shares either by delivering their share certificates to the transfer agent or by delivering their shares electronically using the Depository Trust Company’s DWAC (Deposit/Withdrawal At Custodian) system. If you hold your shares in street name, you will need to instruct your bank, broker or other nominee to withdraw the shares from your account in order to exercise your redemption rights.

The Company’s stockholders and other interested persons are advised to read the proxy statement. Stockholders are also able to obtain copies of the proxy statement and other relevant materials filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), without charge, at the SEC’s web site at www.sec.gov, or by directing a request to the Company’s proxy solicitor Advantage Proxy, Inc. at (877) 870-8565 (toll free), or brokers and banks may call collect (206) 870-8565. You may contact Advantage by email at [email protected].

Forward Looking Statements

This press release contains statements that constitute “forward-looking statements.” No assurance can be given that the Company will ultimately complete a business combination transaction. 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 Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K and subsequent reports filed with the SEC. Copies of these documents are available on the SEC’s website, at www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this release, except as required by law.

Contact:

Seaport Calibre Materials Acquisition Corp.
212-616-7700

MURRAY, Utah, Jan. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — R1 RCM Inc. (NASDAQ: RCM), a leading provider of technology-driven solutions that transform the patient experience and financial performance of healthcare providers, today announced it expects to release financial results for the three months and full year ended December 31, 2022, before market open on Thursday, February 16, 2023.

R1’s management team will host a conference call on February 16 at 8:00 a.m. ET to discuss the results and business outlook. To participate, please dial 888-330-2022 (646-960-0690 outside the U.S. and Canada) using conference code number 5681952. A live webcast and replay of the call will be available at the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website at r1rcm.com.

About R1 RCM

R1 is a leading provider of technology-driven solutions that transform the patient experience and financial performance of hospitals, health systems, and medical groups. R1’s proven and scalable operating models seamlessly complement a healthcare organization’s infrastructure, quickly driving sustainable improvements to net patient revenue and cash flows while reducing operating costs and enhancing the patient experience. To learn more, visit: r1rcm.com.

Contact:

R1 RCM Inc.

Investor Relations:

Atif Rahim
312.324.5476
[email protected]

Media Relations:

Morgan Mathis
310.528.6306
[email protected]

LONDON, Jan. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Gorilla Technology Group Inc. (“Gorilla”) (NASDAQ: GRRR), a global provider of AI-based edge video analytics, IoT technologies, and cybersecurity, today announced that the company has moved its corporate headquarters from Taipei to London.

“Establishing our headquarters in the U.K. is a logical next step as we become a global company,” said Gorilla Chairman and CEO Jay Chandan. “We are excited to expand here, as it will create the foundation for our strategic initiatives to further position the company to better serve its increasingly global customer base. This move further validates the need for our solutions in the UK, Europe, MENA and North America. Gorilla is now poised to continue delivering leading-edge technology and services at the highest levels, whilst simultaneously providing a nurturing environment to foster innovation and attract and retain global talent. The move will also help us continue our growth and business expansion in Taiwan and the broader Asian markets and strengthen our various partnerships.”

The U.K. is home to several members of the core management team and tech staff, including talent absorbed following the recent acquisition of SeeQuestor’s technology stack. Gorilla’s new R&D Lab will also be housed in London.

About Gorilla Technology Group Inc.

Gorilla, headquartered in London, is a global solution provider in security intelligence, network intelligence, business intelligence and IoT technology. Gorilla develops a wide range of solutions including Smart Cities, Smart Retail, Enterprise Security, and Smart Media. In addition, Gorilla provides a complete Security Convergence Platform to government institutions, telecom companies and private enterprises with network surveillance and cyber security.

Gorilla places an emphasis on offering leading technology, expert service, and precise delivery, and ensuring top-of-the-line, intelligent and strong edge AI solutions that enable clients to improve operational performance and efficiency. With continuous core technology development, Gorilla will deliver edge AI solutions to managed service providers, distributors, system integrators, and hardware manufacturers.

Gorilla-Technology.com

No Offering of Securities

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

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements, which are based on estimates, assumptions, and expectations. Actual results and performance could differ materially and adversely from those expressed or implied in forward-looking statements. Gorilla does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, except as required by law.

Contact:

Jeff Fox
The Blueshirt Group for Gorilla
415-828-8298
[email protected]