Interlink Electronics to Present at LD Micro Invitational XI Online Conference

Interlink CEO Steven N. Bronson will Present on Wednesday, June 9 at 1:00 p.m. EST

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IRVINE, Calif., June 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Interlink Electronics, Inc. (Nasdaq: LINK), world-leading trusted technology partner in the rapidly advancing world of human-machine interface (HMI) devices, sensors, and other cutting-edge technologies, announced today that it will be presenting virtually at the upcoming LD Micro Invitational XI event on Wednesday, June 9 at 1:00 p.m. EST. Steven N. Bronson, chairman, president, and CEO of Interlink, will be giving the presentation, which will focus on the company’s current and future initiatives.

“We are excited to share all of the new happenings at Interlink Electronics with the investment community,” said Steven N. Bronson. “Our clearly defined growth strategy is firmly in place, including a focus on M&A and commitment to expanding our product offerings.”

Register to watch the presentation here.

Event: Interlink Electronics Presentation at the LD Micro Invitational XI
Date: Wednesday, June 9
Time: 1:00–1:25 p.m. EST

The 2021 LD Micro Invitational will be held on the Sequire Virtual Events platform from Tuesday, June 8 to Thursday, June 10. The three-day virtual investor conference will host events from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST (7 a.m. to 3 p.m. PST) each day. The conference is expected to feature around 180 companies, each presenting for 25 minutes, as well as several influential keynote speakers.

About Interlink Electronics
Interlink Electronics is a world-leading trusted provider of HMI, sensor, and IoT solutions. In addition to standard product offerings, Interlink utilizes its expertise in materials science, manufacturing, firmware, and software to produce in-house system solutions for custom applications. For 35 years, Interlink has led the printed electronics industry in the commercialization of its patented Force Sensing Resistor® technology and has supplied some of the world’s top electronics manufacturers with intuitive sensor and interface technologies like the VersaPad and the new VersaPad Plus, which boasts the largest active surface area of any resistive touchpad. It also has a proven track record of supplying technological solutions for mission-critical applications in a diverse range of markets—including medical, automotive, consumer electronics, telecommunications, and industrial control—providing standard and custom-designed sensors that give engineers the flexibility and functionally they seek in today’s sophisticated electronic devices. Interlink serves an international customer base from its headquarters in Irvine, Calif., and world-class materials science lab and R&D center in Camarillo, Calif. They are supported by strategic global locations covering manufacturing, distribution, and sales support. For more information, please visit InterlinkElectronics.com.

About LD Micro
LD Micro aims to be the most crucial resource in the micro-cap world. Whether it is the index, comprehensive data, or hosting the most significant events on an annual basis, LD’s sole mission is to serve as an invaluable asset for all those interested in finding the next generation of great companies. LDMicro.com

Contact:

Steven N. Bronson, CEO & President
[email protected] 
805-617-4419

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Melvin L. Flowers Appointed to Broadridge Board of Directors

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NEW YORK, June 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE:BR), a global Fintech leader, is pleased to announce the appointment of Melvin L. Flowers as an independent member of its Board of Directors, effective June 8, 2021. Following his appointment, Broadridge’s Board consists of 11 members, 9 of whom are independent.

Mr. Flowers worked at Microsoft Corporation for over 16 years, most recently as Corporate Vice President of Internal Audit and Enterprise Risk Management where he oversaw the Internal Audit Department, Enterprise Risk Management team and Financial Integrity Unit with the principal charge of ensuring that management identified and managed key risk across the company and designed and implemented sound internal controls and compliance systems. Prior to that, he served as the Senior Controller for the Mobile and Embedded Devices business, responsible for accounting, management reporting, and internal controls and compliance.

“Melvin is a talented executive whose extensive experience and background in finance and technology will be an asset to the Broadridge Board of Directors,” said Rich Daly, executive chairman of the Board. “We look forward to his insights and perspective as Broadridge continues to focus on its long-term growth, investing in next-gen technology and its business across governance, capital markets and wealth and investment management to help clients be ready for what’s next.”

Mr. Flowers is an experienced finance executive with substantial experience in the technology sector. Prior to Microsoft, he served as the Chief Financial Officer of Novatel Wireless, a NASDAQ-listed Internet of Things (IoT) solutions provider to the telematics market. Before Novatel, he worked as Chief Financial Officer throughout the 1990s at several public and private companies. Mr. Flowers is currently a member of the Board of Trustees of Seattle University where he serves as Chairman of the Audit Committee.

“As a provider of mission-critical infrastructure powering investing, governance and communications, Broadridge plays a unique role in helping clients simplify complexity by leveraging next-gen technology across the financial services industry,” said Mr. Flowers. “I am honored to join the Board and look forward to helping Broadridge continue to grow for the long term and serve its clients and the larger financial services eco-system.”

About Broadridge

Broadridge Financial Solutions (NYSE: BR), a global Fintech leader with over $4.5 billion in revenues, provides the critical infrastructure that powers investing, corporate governance and communications to enable better financial lives. We deliver technology-driven solutions to banks, broker-dealers, asset and wealth managers and public companies. Broadridge’s infrastructure serves as a global communications hub enabling corporate governance by linking thousands of public companies and mutual funds to tens of millions of individual and institutional investors around the world. In addition, Broadridge’s technology and operations platforms underpin the daily trading of on average more than U.S. $10 trillion of equities, fixed income and other securities globally. A certified Great Place to Work®, Broadridge is a part of the S&P 500® Index, employing over 12,000 associates in 21 countries. For more information about us and what we can do for you, please visit www.broadridge.com.

Investors:

W. Edings Thibault
Investor Relations
+ 1 516-472-5129
[email protected]

Media:

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Corporate Communications
+1 212-918-6966
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Brookdale Reports May 2021 Occupancy

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NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Brookdale Senior Living Inc. (NYSE: BKD) reported today its consolidated occupancy for May 2021.



May 2021 Observations:

  • May’s month-end occupancy percentage is better than the year-end 2020 occupancy percentage.
  • Sequentially, the weighted average occupancy percentage increased approximately 60 basis points.
  • We expect to continue to publish monthly occupancy until we return to providing financial guidance, at which point we would expect to return to our historical reporting practices.


About Brookdale Senior Living

Brookdale Senior Living Inc., the nation’s premier operator of senior living communities, is committed to its mission of enriching the lives of the people it serves with compassion, respect, excellence and integrity. The Company operates independent living, assisted living, Alzheimer’s and dementia care communities, and through its comprehensive network of services, Brookdale helps to provide seniors with care and services to support their lifestyle in an environment that feels like home. The Company’s expertise in healthcare, hospitality and real estate provides our residents with opportunities to improve wellness, pursue passions and stay connected with friends and loved ones. The Company operates and manages 695 communities in 42 states as of March 31, 2021, with the ability to serve approximately 60,000 residents and 16,000 patients. Brookdale’s stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol BKD.  For more information, visit brookdale.com or connect with Brookdale onFacebook or Twitter.

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MRC Global Announces Second Quarter 2021 Earnings Release and Conference Call Schedule

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HOUSTON, June 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — MRC Global Inc. (NYSE: MRC) will release its second quarter 2021 results on July 29, 2021 after the market closes.  In conjunction with the release, the Company will host a conference call, which will be webcast, on Friday, July 30, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern / 9:00 a.m. Central.


What:

MRC Global Second Quarter 2021 Earnings Conference Call


When:

Friday, July 30, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern / 9:00 a.m. Central


How:

Via phone — Dial 412-­­­­­­­­­­­902-0003 and ask for the MRC Global call at least 10 minutes prior to the start time, or webcast — at http://www.mrcglobal.com

A replay will be available through August 13, 2021 by dialing 201-612-7415 using passcode 13720269#. An archive of the webcast will be available shortly after the call at www.mrcglobal.com for 90 days.

About MRC Global Inc.

MRC Global is the largest distributor of pipe, valves and fittings (PVF) and other infrastructure products and services to the energy industry, based on sales. Through approximately 230 service locations worldwide, approximately 2,600 employees and with 100 years of history, MRC Global provides innovative supply chain solutions and technical product expertise to customers globally across diversified end-markets including the upstream production, midstream pipeline, gas utility and downstream and industrial. MRC Global manages a complex network of over 200,000 SKUs and 10,000 suppliers simplifying the supply chain for its over 12,000 customers. With a focus on technical products, value-added services, a global network of valve and engineering centers and an unmatched quality assurance program, MRC Global is the trusted PVF expert. Find out more at www.mrcglobal.com.

Contact:

Monica Broughton

Investor Relations
MRC Global Inc.
[email protected]
832-308-2847

 

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Jellis Craig Stonnington Leases Australia Properties Faster and Cuts Costs with Matterport

Leading agency successfully leases properties during lockdown, while doubling agent productivity and reducing annual operating expenses

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SYDNEY, June 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Matterport, Inc., the leading spatial data company driving the digital transformation of the built world which has entered into a definitive agreement to enter into a business combination with Gores Holdings VI (NASDAQ: GHVI, GHVIU, and GHVIW), today announced that one of Australia’s leading realtors for sought-after Melbourne real estate, Jellis Craig Stonnington, is accelerating its use of Matterport 3D technology to power and differentiate its high-end property listings with more authentic and immersive real estate experiences for customers. Using Matterport, Jellis Craig Stonnington reduced its annual operating expenses by nearly AUD$200,000, achieved significant sales conversions, and leased 80 properties sight-unseen during a three-month period.

Jellis Craig Stonnington has also realised a number of business efficiencies using Matterport. The company doubled the productivity of its agents with more streamlined operations driven by virtual viewings. With 3D listings available to prospective buyers or tenants globally, Jellis Craig Stonnington has closed sales or lettings directly with interstate- or internationally-relocating clients, reducing its reliance on global relocation agents. Jellis Craig Stonnington estimates that its transition to listings with Matterport 3D experiences has saved it between $150,000$200,000 per year.

New research from Matterport confirms growing demand for 3D listings, with data showing that 72% of renters would lease an apartment or home without ever seeing it in person if it included a 3D tour. 95% of people surveyed said they would be more likely to rent a property if its listing included a 3D tour. Matterport provides dimensionally-accurate digital twins filled with rich data to power 3D listings, enabling potential buyers and renters to view, interact with, and more deeply understand properties. Matterport’s add-on features and integrations also give greater insight into properties – both for potential buyers and sellers, as well as real estate agents.

Jellis Craig Stonnington is also leveraging Matterport’s platform integration with PHORIA which unlocks detailed intelligence and listing performance analytics to provide an in-depth view of how clients interact with listings, including what rooms and spaces they look at and for how long. This information enables Jellis Craig Stonnington to better understand prospective buyer engagement with a listing, such as comparing which rooms are being viewed within a property and making adjustments if inquiries are fewer than anticipated.

Sam Nokes, Head of Property at Jellis Craig Stonnington, commented: “Matterport technology aligns with Jellis Craig Stonnington’s commitment to progressive thinking and innovation. As one of Melbourne’s first realtors to adopt Matterport, we initially added 3D virtual tours to rental listings about four years ago. Since then, we have seen demand for 3D virtual tours quadruple, as clients are impressed by their authenticity. Matterport has enabled Jellis Craig Stonnington to win new business, as clients know our listings reflect the true condition of properties. We saw a surge in demand during the pandemic which has continued, and we plan to continue using Matterport going forward.”

Bruce Wells, Asia Pacific Managing Director at Matterport, commented: “Melbourne’s real estate sector is one of the most competitive in Australia, so estate agents must constantly differentiate to win clients. Matterport’s technology enables real estate agents to achieve an edge through authentic, immersive and navigable 3D experiences, detailed analytics, and efficiency gains. By leveraging Matterport’s powerful insights and integrations, Jellis Craig is positioning itself at the forefront of the sector’s rapid transformation, which harnesses technology to drive deeper understanding and analysis of listing performance.”

 

About Matterport
Matterport is leading the digital transformation of the built world. Our groundbreaking spatial computing platform turns buildings into data making every space more valuable and accessible. Millions of buildings in more than 150+ countries have been transformed into immersive Matterport digital twins to improve every part of the building lifecycle from planning, construction, and operations to documentation, appraisal and marketing. Learn more at matterport.com and browse a gallery of digital twins.

In February 2021, Matterport announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to enter into a business combination with Gores Holdings VI (NASDAQ: GHVI, GHVIU, and GHVIW), a special purpose acquisition company sponsored by an affiliate of The Gores Group, LLC, that will result in Matterport becoming a publicly listed company. Upon closing of the proposed business combination, the combined company will be named “Matterport, Inc.” and intends to remain listed on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol “MTTR.”

©2021 Matterport, Inc. All rights reserved. Matterport is a registered trademark and the Matterport logo is a trademark of Matterport, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.

For more information, please visit https://matterport.com/en-gb


About Jellis Craig

Jellis Craig is a leading real estate group based in Melbourne, Australia, that is distinguished by a commitment to progressive thinking and innovation. Founded in 1991, the company specialises in selling and leasing high-end properties in and around the Australian state of Victoria. 

For more information, please visit https://www.jelliscraig.com.au/

Matterport Media Contact:
Naomi Little
Global Communications Manager
[email protected] 
+44 203 874 6664

Investor Contact:
Soohwan Kim, CFA
VP, Investor Relations
[email protected]

Forward-Looking Statements

This document contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws with respect to the proposed business combination between Gores Holdings VI, Inc. (“Gores“) and Matterport, Inc. (“Matterport“), including statements regarding the benefits of the proposed business combination, the anticipated timing of the proposed business combination, the services offered by Matterport and the markets in which Matterport operates, business strategies, debt levels, industry environment, potential growth opportunities, the effects of regulations and Gores’ or Matterport’s projected future results. These forward-looking statements generally are identified by the words “believe,” “project,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “intend,” “strategy,” “future,” “forecast,” “opportunity,” “plan,” “may,” “should,” “will,” “would,” “will be,” “will continue,” “will likely result,” and similar expressions (including the negative versions of such words or expressions).

Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this document, including but not limited to: (i) the risk that the proposed business combination may not be completed in a timely manner or at all, which may adversely affect the price of Gores’ securities; (ii) the risk that the proposed business combination may not be completed by Gores’ business combination deadline and the potential failure to obtain an extension of the business combination deadline if sought by Gores; (iii) the failure to satisfy the conditions to the consummation of the proposed business combination, including the approval of the proposed business combination by Gores’ stockholders, the satisfaction of the minimum trust account amount following redemptions by Gores’ public stockholders and the receipt of certain governmental and regulatory approvals; (iv) the effect of the announcement or pendency of the proposed business combination on Matterport’s business relationships, performance, and business generally; (v) risks that the proposed business combination disrupts current plans of Matterport and potential difficulties in Matterport employee retention as a result of the proposed business combination; (vi) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against Gores or Matterport related to the agreement and plan of merger or the proposed business combination; (vii) the ability to maintain the listing of Gores’ securities on the NASDAQ; (viii) the price of Gores’ securities, including volatility resulting from changes in the competitive and highly regulated industries in which Matterport plans to operate, variations in performance across competitors, changes in laws and regulations affecting Matterport’s business and changes in the combined capital structure; and (ix) the ability to implement business plans, forecasts, and other expectations after the completion of the proposed business combination, and identify and realize additional opportunities. The foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties that will be described in Gores final proxy statement/information statement/prospectus contained in the registration statement on Form S-4, including those under “Risk Factors” therein, and other documents filed by Gores from time to time with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC“). These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and Gores and Matterport assume no obligation and, except as required by law, do not intend to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Neither Gores nor Matterport gives any assurance that either Gores or Matterport will achieve its expectations.

Additional Information and Where to Find It

In connection with the proposed business combination, Gores has filed a registration statement on Form S-4 that includes a proxy statement of Gores, an information statement of Matterport and a prospectus of Gores. The proxy statement/information statement/prospectus is not yet effective. The definitive proxy statement/information statement/prospectus, when it is declared effective by the SEC, will be sent to all Gores and Matterport stockholders as of a record date to be established for voting on the proposed business combination and the other matters to be voted upon at a meeting of Gores’ stockholders to be held to approve the proposed business combination and other matters (the “Special Meeting“). Gores may also file other documents regarding the proposed business combination with the SEC. The definitive proxy statement/information statement/prospectus will contain important information about the proposed business combination and the other matters to be voted upon at the Special Meeting and is not intended to provide the basis for any investment decision or any other decision in respect of such matters. Before making any voting decision, investors and security holders of Gores and Matterport are urged to read the registration statement, the proxy statement/information statement/prospectus and all other relevant documents filed or that will be filed with the SEC in connection with the proposed business combination as they become available because they will contain important information about the proposed business combination.

Investors and security holders will be able to obtain free copies of the proxy statement/information statement/prospectus and all other relevant documents filed or that will be filed with the SEC by Gores through the website maintained by the SEC at www.sec.gov, or by directing a request to Gores Holdings VI, Inc., 6260 Lookout Road, Boulder, CO 80301, attention: Jennifer Kwon Chou or by contacting Morrow Sodali LLC, Gores’ proxy solicitor, for help, toll-free at (800) 662-5200 (banks and brokers can call collect at (203) 658-9400).

Participants in Solicitation

Gores and Matterport and their respective directors and officers may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies from Gores’ stockholders in connection with the proposed business combination. Information about Gores’ directors and executive officers and their ownership of Gores’ securities is set forth in Gores’ filings with the SEC. Additional information regarding the interests of those persons and other persons who may be deemed participants in the proposed business combination may be obtained by reading the proxy statement/information statement/prospectus regarding the proposed business combination. You may obtain free copies of these documents as described in the preceding paragraph.

Disclaimer

This document relates to a proposed business combination between Gores and Matterport. This document 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.

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Equitable Holdings to Participate in the 2021 Morgan Stanley US Financials, Payments & CRE Virtual Conference

Equitable Holdings to Participate in the 2021 Morgan Stanley US Financials, Payments & CRE Virtual Conference

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Equitable Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: EQH) announced today that Robin Raju, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Equitable Holdings, will participate in a fireside chat at the 2021 Morgan Stanley US Financials, Payments & CRE Virtual Conference on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at 8:45 a.m. ET.

A live audio webcast will be accessible on the Equitable Holdings Investor Relations website at ir.equitableholdings.com. Please log on to the webcast at least 15 minutes prior to the event to download and install any necessary software. A replay will be made available on the Investor Relations website shortly following the conclusion of the live webcast.

About Equitable Holdings

Equitable Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: EQH) is a financial services holding company comprised of two complementary and well-established principal franchises, Equitable and AllianceBernstein. Founded in 1859, Equitable provides advice, protection and retirement strategies to individuals, families and small businesses. AllianceBernstein is a global investment management firm that offers high-quality research and diversified investment services to institutional investors, individuals and private wealth clients in major world markets. Equitable Holdings has approximately 12,000 employees and financial professionals, $822 billion in assets under management (as of 3/31/2021) and more than 5 million client relationships globally.

Investor Relations

Işıl Müderrisoğlu

(212) 314-2476

[email protected]

Media Relations

Matt Asensio

(212) 314-2010

[email protected]

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Argan, Inc. Reports First Quarter Results

Argan, Inc. Reports First Quarter Results

ROCKVILLE, Md.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Argan, Inc. (NYSE: AGX) (“Argan” or the “Company”) today announced financial results for its first quarter ended April 30, 2021. For additional information, please read the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, which the Company intends to file today with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). The Quarterly Report can be retrieved from the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov or from the Company’s website at www.arganinc.com.

Summary Information (dollars in thousands, except per share data)

 

 

April 30,

 

 

 

 

 

 

2021

 

2020

 

Change

 

For the Quarter Ended:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Revenues

 

$

126,341

 

$

60,148

 

$

66,193

 

Gross profit

 

 

23,714

 

 

4,009

 

 

19,705

 

Gross margin %

 

 

18.8

%

 

6.7

%

 

12.1

%

Net income (loss) attributable to the stockholders of the Company

 

$

10,766

 

$

(763)

 

$

11,529

 

Diluted per share

 

 

0.67

 

 

(0.05)

 

 

0.72

 

EBITDA attributable to the stockholders of the Company

 

 

15,644

 

 

(4,055)

 

 

19,699

 

Diluted per share

 

 

0.98

 

 

(0.26)

 

 

1.24

 

Cash dividends per share

 

 

0.25

 

 

0.25

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 30,

 

January 31,

 

 

 

As of:

 

2021

 

2021

 

Change

Cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments

 

$

466,750

 

$

456,726

 

$

10,024

 

Net liquidity (1)

 

 

275,966

 

 

270,133

 

 

5,833

 

RUPO (2)

 

 

478,743

 

 

552,531

 

 

(73,788

)


(1)

 

Net liquidity, or working capital, is defined as total current assets less total current liabilities.

(2)

 

The amount of remaining unsatisfied performance obligations (“RUPO”) represents the project backlog related to active contracts with customers, as determined under revenue recognition rules.

“We are continuing the momentum from Fiscal 2021 into the first quarter of Fiscal 2022 with our third consecutive quarter of earnings per share equal to or in excess of $0.60,” Rainer Bosselmann, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Argan, said. “All of our business segments continue to rebound from the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic and produce increasing revenues and profit quarter over quarter. In addition, we were pleased to announce in May the award and start of an EPC services contract to build one of the largest solar power plants in Pennsylvania, which complements our core gas-fired power plant business, where we are executing on the Guernsey Power Station, which is the largest single-phase gas-fired power plant construction project in the US.”

Consolidated revenues for the quarter ended April 30, 2021 were $126.3 million, which represented an increase of $66.2 million, or 110.1%, from consolidated revenues of $60.1 million reported for the three months ended April 30, 2020. The increase was primarily due to increasing revenues at Gemma Power Systems (“GPS”) associated with the construction of the Guernsey Power Station. Additionally, the industrial services business segment reported revenues of $26.7 million for the three months ended April 30, 2021, which represented an increase of $16.9 million, or 173.6%, from revenues of $9.7 million reported for the three months ended April 30, 2020.

Consolidated gross profit for the three-month period ended April 30, 2021 was $23.7 million, or 18.8% of the corresponding consolidated revenues, which reflected primarily the favorable impacts of the higher amount of consolidated revenues and positive contributions from all three reportable business segments. For the three-month period ended April 30, 2020, the consolidated gross profit was $4.0 million, which represented approximately 6.7% of the corresponding amount of consolidated revenues and reflected $2.7 million of subcontract loss incurred by Atlantic Projects Company (“APC”) related to the TeesREP project, for which APC has recently completed activities.

Selling, general and administrative expenses for the three months ended April 30, 2021 and 2020 were $9.9 million, or 7.8% of corresponding consolidated revenues, and $10.3 million, or 17.2% of corresponding consolidated revenues, respectively.

Due primarily to the consolidated pre-tax book income reported for the three-month period ended April 30, 2021 in the amount of $14.5 million, we reported income tax expense in the amount of $3.8 million for the period. For the three months ended April 30, 2020, we recorded an income tax benefit of $4.5 million which amount included primarily $4.2 million of carryback benefit related to the net operating loss incurred by us for the year ended January 31, 2020.

For the three months ended April 30, 2021, our improved overall operating performance resulted in net income attributable to our stockholders in the amount of $10.8 million, or $0.67 per diluted share. Last year, despite the favorable effect of the net operating loss carryback benefit, we reported a net loss attributable to our stockholders in the amount of $0.8 million, or $0.05 per dilutive share.

As of April 30, 2021, cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments totaled $467 million and net liquidity was $276 million; furthermore, the Company had no debt. The Company’s consolidated amount of RUPO was approximately $0.5 billion as of April 30, 2021.

In May 2021, we announced that GPS entered into an engineering, procurement and construction services contract with an affiliate of Competitive Power Ventures, Inc., to construct the 100 MW Maple Hill Solar facility in Pennsylvania. GPS also received Notice to Proceed with project activities immediately. The project will be added to the Company’s RUPO in the second quarter and completion is scheduled to occur during the second half of 2022.

About Argan, Inc.

Argan’s primary business is providing a full range of services to the power industry, including the renewable energy sector. Argan’s service offerings focus on the engineering, procurement and construction of natural gas-fired power plants and renewable energy facilities, along with related commissioning, operations management, maintenance, project development and consulting services, through its Gemma Power Systems and Atlantic Projects Company operations. Argan also owns The Roberts Company, which is a fully integrated fabrication, construction and industrial plant services company, and SMC Infrastructure Solutions, which provides telecommunications infrastructure services.

Certain matters discussed in this press release may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Reference is hereby made to the cautionary statements made by the Company with respect to risk factors set forth in its most recent reports on Form 10-K, Forms 10-Q and other SEC filings. The Company’s future financial performance is subject to risks and uncertainties including but not limited to the successful addition of new contracts to project backlog, the receipt of corresponding notices to proceed with contract activities and the Company’s ability to successfully complete the projects that it obtains. The Company has several signed EPC contracts that have not started and may not start as forecasted due to market and other circumstances beyond its control. Actual results and the timing of certain events could differ materially from those projected in or contemplated by the forward-looking statements due to the risk factors highlighted above and described regularly in the Company’s SEC filings.

ARGAN, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EARNINGS

(In thousands, except per share data)

(Unaudited)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Three Months Ended

 

 

April 30,

 

 

2021

 

2020

REVENUES

 

$

126,341

 

 

$

60,148

 

Cost of revenues

 

 

102,627

 

 

 

56,139

 

GROSS PROFIT

 

 

23,714

 

 

 

4,009

 

Selling, general and administrative expenses

 

 

9,892

 

 

 

10,344

 

INCOME (LOSS) FROM OPERATIONS

 

 

13,822

 

 

 

(6,335

)

Other income, net

 

 

712

 

 

 

1,088

 

INCOME (LOSS) BEFORE INCOME TAXES

 

 

14,534

 

 

 

(5,247

)

Income tax (expense) benefit

 

 

(3,768

)

 

 

4,454

 

NET INCOME (LOSS)

 

 

10,766

 

 

 

(793

)

Net loss attributable to non-controlling interests

 

 

 

 

 

(30

)

NET INCOME (LOSS) ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE STOCKHOLDERS OF ARGAN, INC.

 

 

10,766

 

 

 

(763

)

Foreign currency translation adjustments

 

 

(118

)

 

 

(246

)

COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE STOCKHOLDERS OF ARGAN, INC.

 

$

10,648

 

 

$

(1,009

)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NET INCOME (LOSS) PER SHARE ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE STOCKHOLDERS OF ARGAN, INC.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic

 

$

0.68

 

 

$

(0.05

)

Diluted

 

$

0.67

 

 

$

(0.05

)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WEIGHTED AVERAGE NUMBER OF SHARES OUTSTANDING

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic

 

 

15,726

 

 

 

15,643

 

Diluted

 

 

15,961

 

 

 

15,643

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CASH DIVIDENDS PER SHARE

 

$

0.25

 

 

$

0.25

 

ARGAN, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(In thousands, except share and per share data)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 30,

 

January 31,

 

 

2021

 

2021

 

 

(Unaudited)

 

 

 

ASSETS

 

 

 

 

 

 

CURRENT ASSETS

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash and cash equivalents

 

$

396,675

 

 

$

366,671

 

Short-term investments

 

 

70,075

 

 

 

90,055

 

Accounts receivable, net

 

 

32,379

 

 

 

28,713

 

Contract assets

 

 

26,158

 

 

 

26,635

 

Other current assets

 

 

33,744

 

 

 

34,146

 

TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS

 

 

559,031

 

 

 

546,220

 

Property, plant and equipment, net

 

 

19,944

 

 

 

20,361

 

Goodwill

 

 

27,943

 

 

 

27,943

 

Other purchased intangible assets, net

 

 

3,869

 

 

 

4,097

 

Deferred taxes

 

 

 

 

 

249

 

Right-of-use and other assets

 

 

7,185

 

 

 

3,760

 

TOTAL ASSETS

 

$

617,972

 

 

$

602,630

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LIABILITIES AND EQUITY

 

 

 

 

 

 

CURRENT LIABILITIES

 

 

 

 

 

 

Accounts payable

 

$

41,467

 

 

$

53,295

 

Accrued expenses

 

 

42,050

 

 

 

50,750

 

Contract liabilities

 

 

199,548

 

 

 

172,042

 

TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES

 

 

283,065

 

 

 

276,087

 

Deferred taxes

 

 

350

 

 

 

 

Other noncurrent liabilities

 

 

3,741

 

 

 

4,135

 

TOTAL LIABILITIES

 

 

287,156

 

 

 

280,222

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY

 

 

 

 

 

 

Preferred stock, par value $0.10 per share – 500,000 shares authorized; no shares issued and outstanding

 

 

 

 

 

 

Common stock, par value $0.15 per share – 30,000,000 shares authorized; 15,772,673 and 15,706,202 shares issued at April 30, 2021 and January 31, 2021 respectively; 15,769,440 and 15,702,969 shares outstanding at April 30, 2021 and January 31, 2021, respectively

 

 

2,366

 

 

 

2,356

 

Additional paid-in capital

 

 

154,974

 

 

 

153,282

 

Retained earnings

 

 

172,934

 

 

 

166,110

 

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

 

 

(1,199

)

 

 

(1,081

)

TOTAL STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY

 

 

329,075

 

 

 

320,667

 

Non-controlling interests

 

 

1,741

 

 

 

1,741

 

TOTAL EQUITY

 

 

330,816

 

 

 

322,408

 

TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY

 

$

617,972

 

 

$

602,630

 

ARGAN, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Reconciliations to EBITDA

(In thousands)(Unaudited)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Three Months Ended

 

 

April 30,

 

 

2021

 

2020

Net income (loss), as reported

 

$

10,766

 

$

(793

)

Income tax expense (benefit)

 

 

3,768

 

 

(4,454

)

Depreciation

 

 

882

 

 

937

 

Amortization of purchased intangible assets

 

 

228

 

 

225

 

EBITDA

 

 

15,644

 

 

(4,085

)

EBITDA of non-controlling interests

 

 

 

 

(30

)

EBITDA attributable to the stockholders of Argan, Inc.

 

$

15,644

 

$

(4,055

)

 

Company:

Rainer Bosselmann

301.315.0027

Investor Relations:

David Watson

301.315.0027

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Bank of America Announces Redemption of Floating Rate Senior Notes, due June 2022

Bank of America Announces Redemption of Floating Rate Senior Notes, due June 2022

CHARLOTTE, N.C.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Bank of America Corporation announced today that it will redeem on June 25, 2021 all $850,000,000 principal amount outstanding of its Floating Rate Senior Notes, due June 2022 (CUSIP No. 06051GHJ1) (the “Notes”).

The redemption price for the Notes will be equal to 100% of the principal amount of the Notes, plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but excluding, the redemption date of June 25, 2021. Interest on the Notes will cease to accrue on the redemption date.

Payment of the redemption price for the Notes will be made through the facilities of The Depository Trust Company. The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A. is the trustee and paying agent for the Notes.

Bank of America

Bank of America is one of the world’s leading financial institutions, serving individual consumers, small and middle-market businesses and large corporations with a full range of banking, investing, asset management and other financial and risk management products and services. The company provides unmatched convenience in the United States, serving approximately 66 million consumer and small business clients with approximately 4,300 retail financial centers, including approximately 2,700 lending centers, 2,600 financial centers with a Consumer Investment Financial Solutions Advisor and approximately 2,400 business centers; approximately 17,000 ATMs; and award-winning digital banking with approximately 40 million active users, including approximately 31 million mobile users. Bank of America is a global leader in wealth management, corporate and investment banking and trading across a broad range of asset classes, serving corporations, governments, institutions and individuals around the world. Bank of America offers industry-leading support to approximately 3 million small business households through a suite of innovative, easy-to-use online products and services. The company serves clients through operations across the United States, its territories and approximately 35 countries. Bank of America Corporation stock (NYSE: BAC) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange.

Forward-looking statements

Certain information contained in this news release may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are not guarantees of future results or performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions difficult to predict or beyond our control. You should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statement and should consider the uncertainties and risks discussed under Item 1A. “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020 and in any of our subsequent Securities and Exchange Commission filings. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and we undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect the impact of circumstances or events that arise after the date the forward-looking statement was made.

For more Bank of America news, including dividend announcements and other important information, visit the Bank of America newsroom. Click here to register for news email alerts.

www.bankofamerica.com

Investors May Contact:

Lee McEntire, Bank of America

Phone: 1.980.388.6780

[email protected]

Jonathan G. Blum, Bank of America (Fixed Income)

Phone: 1.212.449.3112

[email protected]

Reporters May Contact:

Jerry Dubrowski, Bank of America

Phone: 1.646.855.1195 (office) or 1.508.843.5626 (mobile)

[email protected]

Christopher P. Feeney, Bank of America

Phone: 1.980.386.6794

[email protected]

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Macy’s, Inc. to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conferences

Macy’s, Inc. to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conferences

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE: M) today announced that Adrian Mitchell, chief financial officer, will participate in a fireside chat at the Evercore ISI Consumer and Retail Summit at 8:00 a.m. ET on Tuesday, June 15, 2021.

The following week, Mr. Mitchell will participate in a fireside chat at the Jefferies Consumer Conference at 8:00 a.m. ET on Tuesday, June 22, 2021.

Media and investors may access a live audio webcast of both presentations at www.macysinc.com/investors on their respective dates. A replay of each webcast will also be available on the company’s website.

About Macy’s, Inc.

Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE: M) is one of the nation’s premier omnichannel retailers. Headquartered in New York City, the company comprises three retail brands: Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s and Bluemercury. With a robust e-commerce business, rich mobile experience and a national stores footprint, our customers can shop the way they live — anytime and through any channel. For more information, visit macysinc.com.

Media – Blair Rosenberg

[email protected]

Investors – Mike McGuire

[email protected]

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Butterfly Network to Present at the Cowen 6th Annual FutureHealth Conference

Butterfly Network to Present at the Cowen 6th Annual FutureHealth Conference

GUILFORD, Conn. & NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Butterfly Network (NYSE: BFLY) (“Butterfly”), an innovative digital health company that is working to democratize medical imaging and contribute to the aspiration of global health equity, today announced its participation in the Cowen 6th Annual FutureHealth Conference, a virtual event taking place June 16-17, 2021.

Dr. Todd Fruchterman, President and CEO, Stephanie Fielding, Chief Financial Officer, and Dr. John Martin, Chief Medical Officer, will participate in a fireside chat session titled “Handheld Point-of-Care Ultrasound” at 2:35 p.m. ET on Wednesday, June 16.

A webcast of the fireside chat discussion can be accessed via the investor relations section of the Butterfly Network website at Events & Presentations.

About Butterfly Network

Founded by Dr. Jonathan Rothberg in 2011 and recently listed on the New York Stock Exchange through a business combination with Longview Acquisition Corp., Butterfly Network created the world’s only handheld, single-probe whole-body ultrasound system using semiconductor technology, the Butterfly iQ. Its mission is to democratize medical imaging and contribute to the aspiration of global health equity by making high-quality ultrasound affordable, easy-to-use, globally accessible, and intelligently connected—including for the 4.7 billion people around the world lacking access to ultrasound. Through its proprietary Ultrasound-on-Chip™ technology, Butterfly is paving the way for earlier detection and remote management of health conditions around the world. The Butterfly iQ+ can be purchased online today by healthcare practitioners in the United States, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.

Butterfly iQ is a prescription device intended for trained and qualified healthcare professionals only.

For more information, visit www.butterflynetwork.com.

Butterfly Contacts:

Investors

Agnes Lee

650.677.9138

[email protected]

Media

Guru Sundar

914.343.4739

[email protected]

KEYWORDS: New York Connecticut United States North America

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