Advantex Announces Completion of Financing and Extension of Maturity Date of Previously Issued Debentures

(CSE:ADX) Advantex Marketing International Inc. announced the completion of a financing by way of senior secured non-convertible debentures. The financing was conducted in accordance with a partial revocation order issued by the Ontario Securities Commission on February 25, 2021, which partially revoked a failure-to-file cease trade order issued against Advantex on November 1, 2019. Advantex issued $250,000 worth of senior secured non-convertible debentures, which bear an interest rate of 9% per annum and mature on December 31, 2025. The new debentures are on the same terms and rank pari passu with the existing senior secured non-convertible debentures, which also bear interest at 9% per annum. The holders of the existing debentures have agreed to extend the maturity date of the existing debentures from December 31, 2021 to December 31, 2025. The proceeds of the financing will be used for the preparation and filing of outstanding continuous disclosure documents and late filing fees with applicable regulatory authorities. Additional uses of proceeds include legal expenses incurred in connection with the partial revocation order, the revocation of the FFCTO, and the financing. Funds will also be allocated to operational and general administrative expenses. Payment of accounts payable incurred in the ordinary course of business is another intended use. A portion of the proceeds will be used for partial funding of Advantex's Merchant Cash Advance business as public health restrictions are gradually eased in Canada. Once the required filings have been completed, Advantex will apply for a full revocation of the FFCTO. Advantex provides working capital to merchants and offers specialized marketing programs that enable Aeroplan members to earn Aeroplan points at participating merchants. Advantex shares trade on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol ADX.

First Capital, Inc. Reports Quarterly Earnings

(NASDAQ:FCAP) First Capital, Inc., the holding company for First Harrison Bank, reported net income of $5.1 million, or $1.53 per diluted share, for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, compared to $4.5 million, or $1.34 per diluted share, for the same quarter in 2025. Net interest income after provision for credit losses increased by $1.3 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2026 compared to the same period in 2025. Interest income rose by $1.4 million, driven by an increase in the average tax-equivalent yield on interest-earning assets from 4.94% to 5.23% and an increase in the average balance of interest-earning assets from $1.20 billion to $1.25 billion. Interest expense decreased by $119,000 as the average cost of interest-bearing liabilities fell from 1.66% to 1.57%, while the average balance of interest-bearing liabilities increased from $891.3 million to $911.5 million. The tax-equivalent net interest margin increased from 3.71% to 4.08% for the quarter. The provision for credit losses increased from $150,000 to $355,000, and net charge-offs were $123,000 for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, compared to $17,000 in the prior year period. Noninterest income decreased by $14,000, primarily due to a $9,000 loss on equity securities versus a $150,000 gain in the prior year, partially offset by increases of $92,000 in other income and $57,000 in service charges on deposit accounts. The company recognized $48,000 in income from its technology investment fund and $45,000 from its renewable energy tax credit investment during the quarter. Noninterest expenses increased by $545,000, mainly due to increases in compensation and benefits ($585,000) and other expenses ($75,000), partially offset by a $148,000 decrease in occupancy and equipment expenses. Income tax expense increased by $164,000, resulting in an effective tax rate of 19.4% for the quarter, up from 19.2% in the prior year. For the nine months ended September 30, 2026, net income was $14.2 million, or $4.25 per diluted share, compared to $11.5 million, or $3.43 per diluted share, for the same period in 2025. Net interest income after provision for credit losses increased by $4.7 million, and interest income rose by $4.6 million, with the average tax-equivalent yield on interest-earning assets increasing from 4.80% to 5.10% and the average balance rising from $1.19 billion to $1.24 billion. Interest expense decreased by $471,000, with the average cost of interest-bearing liabilities dropping from 1.67% to 1.56% and the average balance increasing from $886.0 million to $906.8 million. The tax-equivalent net interest margin increased from 3.55% to 3.96%. The provision for credit losses increased from $794,000 to $1.1 million, and net charge-offs were $292,000 compared to $214,000 in the prior year. Noninterest income increased by $373,000, primarily due to a $261,000 gain on equity securities, and increases of $110,000 in service charges on deposit accounts, $70,000 in other income, and $50,000 in ATM and debit card fee income. Noninterest expenses increased by $1.5 million, mainly due to increases in compensation and benefits ($1.1 million), other expenses ($253,000), professional services ($132,000), and advertising expenses ($92,000), partially offset by a $110,000 decrease in occupancy and equipment expenses. Income tax expense increased by $919,000, resulting in an effective tax rate of 19.8% for the nine months, up from 18.4% in the prior year. Total assets were $1.27 billion at both September 30, 2026 and December 31, 2025. Net loans receivable increased by $20.9 million and other assets by $2.2 million, partially offset by a $22.5 million decrease in available for sale securities. Deposits increased by $6.4 million from $1.12 billion to $1.13 billion. Nonperforming assets increased from $4.4 million to $5.5 million, primarily due to the nonaccrual classification of a non-owner occupied commercial real estate loan. The Bank operates 17 offices in Indiana and Kentucky communities, including Lebanon.

Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc — NOTIFICATION OF EXCHANGE RATE FOR DIVIDEND PAYMENT

(LSE:GTCO) Guaranty Trust Holding Company PLC has issued a notification regarding the exchange rate for dividend payment to shareholders listed on the London Stock Exchange. The company confirms that the applicable currency exchange rate for determining the interim dividend for the 2026 financial year is ₦1,339.74 per $1. This exchange rate will be used for the United States Dollar (USD) currency translation. The company refers to its earlier announcement dated September 29, 2026, which stated that the interim dividend for the half-year period ended June 30, 2026, will be paid to LSE shareholders in USD. The notification is signed by Erhi Obebeduo, Group General Counsel/Company Secretary. The announcement is intended for shareholders holding their shares on the LSE. The dividend payment is for the 2026 financial year. The exchange rate notification is specifically for shareholders listed on the London Stock Exchange. The company reiterates that the dividend will be settled in USD for these shareholders. The announcement provides contact information for further enquiries. The notification is distributed via RNS, the news service of the London Stock Exchange. RNS is approved by the Financial Conduct Authority to act as a Primary Information Provider in the United Kingdom.

Revaluations of Investments as at 30 June 2026

(LSE:VOF) VinaCapital Vietnam Opportunity Fund Limited announced the revaluation of its unquoted investments as at 30 June 2026. The audit committee updated the valuations as part of the review of the Company's Financial Statements for the year ended 30 June 2026. Some valuations were prepared by VinaCapital Investment Management Limited, while others were conducted by KPMG Tax and Advisory Limited as independent valuers. The aggregate result of these revised valuations is an increase in the Company's Net Asset Value (NAV) as at 30 June 2026 by USD 7.4 million, representing 0.80% of the NAV. These revised valuations will be included in the calculation of the daily NAV for 23 October 2026, which will be issued on 26 October 2026. The updated valuations will also be used for daily NAVs from that point forward until the assets are next revalued. Full information regarding these revaluations is included in the Annual Report and Financial Statements of the Company for the year ended 30 June 2026, which are being released on 26 October 2026. The Company is a non-cellular company incorporated in the Bailiwick of Guernsey under The Companies (Guernsey) Law, 2008, with registered number 61765. It is authorised by the Guernsey Financial Services Commission (reference number 2268242) as a registered closed-ended investment scheme under The Protection of Investors (Bailiwick of Guernsey) Law, 2020 and in compliance with the Registered Collective Investment Scheme Rules, as amended.

Cboe Clear U.S. Receives SEC Approval to Expand Clearing Capabilities

(CBOE:CBOE) Cboe Global Markets, Inc. announced that Cboe Clear U.S., LLC (CCUS) has received temporary registration from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to operate as a Covered Clearing Agency. This registration expands CCUS's clearing capabilities beyond its existing authorities as a Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC)-registered Derivatives Clearing Organization (DCO), enabling it to clear securities products in addition to futures and swaps products. CCUS will initially use its SEC registration to clear Cboe's binary securities options tied to specified corporate key performance indicators (KPIs), which are planned to list on Cboe Options Exchange and be available on Robinhood in the fourth-quarter 2026. CCUS recently received CFTC approval to clear margined futures broadly and continues to clear digital asset derivatives under its DCO designation. Dale Michaels, Head of Cboe Clear U.S., stated that these expanded capabilities position Cboe Clear U.S. to support new products and meet evolving customer needs while maintaining rigorous risk management standards. Cboe continues its longstanding partnership with The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) and remains committed to supporting the established clearing infrastructure for traditional equity options. The development builds on the growth of Cboe's European clearing business, where Cboe Clear Europe has become the leading pan-European equities central counterparty and has expanded into securities financing transaction clearing. CCUS has strengthened its infrastructure over the past year, including electing in June to become a Subpart C DCO. By doing so, CCUS is voluntarily adopting the enhanced standards the CFTC applies to systemically important DCOs for financial resources, risk management, and operational resilience, aligning with those applied to leading global clearing organizations.

S&P Global Ratings Upgrades CFC to ‘A’; Outlook Stable

(NYSE:NRUC) National Rural Utilities Cooperative Finance Corporation (CFC) announced that S&P Global Ratings has upgraded its long-term issuer credit rating to “A” from “A-” with a Stable Outlook. S&P also upgraded CFC’s senior secured and senior unsecured debt ratings to “A” from “A-”. The subordinated debt rating was upgraded to “BBB+” from “BBB”. S&P cited CFC’s consistently strong credit performance, exceptional asset quality, and prudent risk-management practices, including a low-risk loan portfolio and minimal credit losses, as reasons for the upgrade. Andrew Don, Chief Executive Officer of CFC, stated that the upgrade reflects the strength of the cooperative business model, disciplined risk management, and the exceptional credit performance of member-owned electric cooperatives. Don further noted that strong credit ratings provide dependable access to capital in all market conditions and at attractive pricing, which benefits CFC’s members through reliable, cost-effective financing. CFC is a nonprofit finance cooperative created and owned by America’s electric cooperative network. The organization has approximately $40 billion in assets. CFC provides industry expertise, flexibility, and responsiveness to serve its member-owners.

Publication of Programme Admission Particulars

(LSE:78AQ) Hyde Funding PLC has published Programme Admission Particulars for its £2,000,000,000 Note Programme. The Programme Admission Particulars are dated 23 October 2026 and relate to the £2,000,000,000 Note Programme established by Hyde Funding PLC. The Programme Admission Particulars have been approved by the London Stock Exchange and are now available for viewing. Hyde Funding PLC is part of the Hyde Group. The Hyde Group has been providing affordable homes for almost 60 years. The Group owns and/or manages around 130,000 homes. The Group provides housing, property, and community services to more than 350,000 people nationwide. Hyde Group manages and maintains places on behalf of local authorities, schools, colleges and universities, emergency services, and private businesses. The Group also supports armed forces families with their homes. Hyde Group works with government, local authority partners, homebuilders, and like-minded investors to build more affordable homes and create thriving places. The Group's strategy includes partnerships with organisations that share its values and focus on customers. The Group's local approach shapes services around the needs of customers, clients, and communities. The Programme Admission Particulars are available at the URL provided in the announcement. The information in the Programme Admission Particulars may be addressed to residents of particular countries only, as specified in the document.

FS Bancorp, Inc. Announces the Appointment of Matthew D. Mullet as a Director of FS Bancorp, Inc.

(NASDAQ:FSBW) FS Bancorp, Inc., the holding company for 1st Security Bank of Washington, announced that Matthew D. Mullet has been appointed to the Boards of Directors of both FS Bancorp, Inc. and 1st Security Bank of Washington. The appointment was proposed by the Company’s Governance Nominating and Culture Committee and ratified and approved by the Board of Directors. Mr. Mullet’s appointment to the Board of Directors was effective October 22, 2026. Ted A. Leech, Chairman of the Board, stated that Mr. Mullet brings extensive leadership experience in banking, including expertise in financial services, loan and deposit strategies, regulatory matters, operations, governance, and risk management. Mr. Mullet has served as President of the Company and Bank since July 2024. He was appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Bank in September 2025 and of the Company in June 2026. Mr. Mullet joined the Company and Bank in July 2011 and was appointed Chief Financial Officer in September 2011. He began his banking career in June 2000 as a financial examiner with the Washington State Department of Financial Institutions, Division of Banks. Mr. Mullet also serves as a Board member of the Washington Bankers Association (WBA), the Seattle Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, and is on the Government Relations Committee with the WBA. FS Bancorp, Inc. is a Washington corporation and the holding company for 1st Security Bank of Washington. The Bank offers a range of loan and deposit services primarily to small- and middle market businesses and individuals in Washington and Oregon. The Bank operates through 32 bank branches, one headquarter office, and loan production offices in various suburban communities in the greater Puget Sound area, the Kennewick-Pasco-Richland metropolitan area of Washington (Tri-Cities), and in the Portland, Oregon market including Vancouver, Washington. The Bank also services home mortgage customers across the Northwest, focusing on markets in Washington State including the Puget Sound, Tri-Cities, and Vancouver.

North Dallas Bank & Trust Co. Announces Third Quarter Earnings

(OTC:NODB) North Dallas Bank & Trust Co. announced net earnings for the three months ended September 30, 2026 of $2,599,934, or $1.01 per share. Net earnings for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 were $7,120,282, or $2.77 per share. Interest income for the three months ended September 30, 2026 was $21,209,619, compared to $21,679,467 for the same period in 2025. Interest income for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 was $63,033,095, compared to $62,497,724 for the same period in 2025. Interest expense for the three months ended September 30, 2026 was $9,163,713, compared to $10,511,837 in 2025. Interest expense for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 was $28,302,570, compared to $31,538,242 in 2025. Net interest income for the three months ended September 30, 2026 was $12,045,906, compared to $11,167,630 in 2025. Net interest income for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 was $34,730,525, compared to $30,959,482 in 2025. Provision for credit losses for the three months ended September 30, 2026 was ($80,000), compared to ($334,000) in 2025. Provision for credit losses for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 was ($430,000), compared to ($440,000) in 2025. Noninterest income for the three months ended September 30, 2026 was $1,887,639, compared to $1,415,333 in 2025. Noninterest income for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 was $5,569,847, compared to $4,555,246 in 2025. Noninterest expenses for the three months ended September 30, 2026 were ($10,716,147), compared to ($9,671,275) in 2025. Noninterest expenses for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 were ($31,303,064), compared to ($28,447,278) in 2025. Income before taxes and extraordinary items for the three months ended September 30, 2026 was $3,137,398, compared to $2,577,688 in 2025. Income before taxes and extraordinary items for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 was $8,567,308, compared to $6,627,450 in 2025. Income tax for the three months ended September 30, 2026 was ($537,464), compared to ($424,514) in 2025. Income tax for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 was ($1,447,026), compared to ($1,063,618) in 2025. Net income for the three months ended September 30, 2026 was $2,599,934, compared to $2,153,174 in 2025. Net income for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 was $7,120,282, compared to $5,563,832 in 2025. Earnings per share for the three months ended September 30, 2026 were $1.01, compared to $0.84 in 2025. Earnings per share for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 were $2.77, compared to $2.17 in 2025. As of September 30, 2026, total assets were $1,816,454,626, compared to $1,866,276,212 as of September 30, 2025. For the nine months ended September 30, 2026, average total assets were $1,850,681,100, compared to $1,879,073,770 in 2025. As of September 30, 2026, total loans were $1,249,439,665, compared to $1,281,642,359 as of September 30, 2025. For the nine months ended September 30, 2026, average total loans were $1,274,799,417, compared to $1,261,606,605 in 2025. As of September 30, 2026, deposits were $1,579,126,078, compared to $1,586,843,853 as of September 30, 2025. For the nine months ended September 30, 2026, average deposits were $1,595,851,677, compared to $1,595,084,591 in 2025. As of September 30, 2026, stockholders' equity was $190,103,690, compared to $179,838,525 as of September 30, 2025. For the nine months ended September 30, 2026, average stockholders' equity was $187,170,786, compared to $175,639,405 in 2025. The financial results were prepared internally without review by the company’s independent accountants. Glenn Henry is the Chief Financial Officer and is available for further information.

Lake Shore Bancorp, Inc. Declares Dividend

(NASDAQ: LSBK) Lake Shore Bancorp, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.09 per share on its outstanding common stock on October 21, 2026. The dividend is expected to be paid on November 11, 2026 to shareholders of record as of November 2, 2026. Lake Shore Bancorp is the holding company of Lake Shore Bank, a New York chartered, community-oriented financial institution. The Bank operates ten full-service branch locations in Western New York, including four in Chautauqua County and six in Erie County. The Bank offers a broad range of retail and commercial lending and deposit services. Lake Shore Bancorp’s common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Market under the symbol “LSBK”.

Kingstone Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend of $0.06 Per Share

(NASDAQ:KINS) Kingstone Companies, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.06 per share of common stock. The dividend will be payable on November 25, 2026, to stockholders of record at the close of business on November 11, 2026. This marks the company’s sixth consecutive quarterly dividend since the dividend was reinstated in July 2025. It is also the second dividend at the $0.06 per share rate, following a 20% increase approved by the Board in July 2026. Kingstone Companies, Inc. is described as a regional property and casualty insurance holding company. The company’s principal operating subsidiaries write business through retail and wholesale agents and brokers. Kingstone offers tailored homeowners insurance solutions through its product suite, Select. The company’s operating platform is described as scalable and efficient, supporting pursuit of significant market opportunities and strategic expansion. In 2025, Kingstone was the 11th largest writer of homeowners insurance in New York. The company is diversifying its geographic footprint by writing in Connecticut on an admitted basis and in California on a non-admitted basis.

Red River Bank Purchases Property for New Banking Center in Slidell

(NASDAQ:RRBI) Red River Bank has secured property in Slidell, Louisiana, as part of its expansion into the Northshore market. On October 22, 2026, Red River Bank purchased a former credit union building located at 2175 Gause Boulevard E. in Slidell. This acquisition marks the Bank’s first full-service banking center in Slidell and its second location in the Northshore market. Doug Ferrer serves as the Northshore region Market President for Red River Bank and is leading the Northshore expansion. Red River Bank President and CEO Blake Chatelain stated that the Bank remains committed to providing personal, customized financial solutions to its clients. The Bank expects to open the full-service banking center at the Slidell location in the first quarter of 2027, pending all regulatory approvals. Red River Bank operates a network of 28 banking centers throughout Louisiana. The Bank also has two combined loan and deposit production offices, one each in Lafayette, Louisiana, and Shreveport, Louisiana. Its banking centers are located in the Central (Alexandria MSA), Northwest (Shreveport-Bossier City MSA), Capital (Baton Rouge MSA), Southwest (Lake Charles MSA), Northshore (Slidell-Mandeville-Covington MSA), Acadiana (Lafayette MSA), and New Orleans (New Orleans-Metairie MSA) markets. Red River Bank is a Louisiana state-chartered bank established in Alexandria, Louisiana, in 1999. Red River Bank is a subsidiary of Red River Bancshares, Inc., which trades under the symbol RRBI on the Nasdaq Global Select Market.

First National Corporation Reports Record Third Quarter and Year to Date 2026 Financial Performance

(NASDAQ: FXNC) First National Corporation reported consolidated net income of $6.9 million and basic and diluted earnings per common share of $0.76 for the three months ended September 30, 2026. For the nine months ended September 30, 2026, consolidated net income was $17.5 million, with basic and diluted earnings per common share of $1.94 and $1.93, respectively. Scott C. Harvard, President and Chief Executive Officer, stated that the record financial performance was driven by organic loan growth, improved net interest margin, excellent asset quality, and expense management. The company completed its branch optimization process in the third quarter by closing and consolidating three banking offices and off-site ATMs, and in early October completed the sale of two North Carolina banking offices, expecting to book a gain in the fourth quarter. For the third quarter of 2026, basic earnings per share were $0.76, up from $0.62 one year prior and $0.64 in the previous quarter. Return on average assets was 1.32%, compared to 1.09% one year prior and 1.11% in the previous quarter. Return on average equity was 14.02%, compared to 12.43% one year prior and 12.03% in the previous quarter. The tax equivalent net interest margin was 4.38%, up from 3.84% one year prior and 4.15% in the previous quarter. Net loan growth for the quarter was $13.6 million, representing a 3.7% annualized growth rate. Non-performing assets were 0.26% of total assets. Noninterest bearing deposits totaled $520.1 million, or 28% of deposits. Year-to-date 2026, basic earnings per share were $1.94, compared to $1.36 one year prior, and adjusted basic earnings per share were $1.94, compared to $1.51 one year prior. Return on average assets was 1.15%, compared to 0.81% one year prior, and return on average equity was 12.26%, compared to 9.47% one year prior. The tax equivalent net interest margin was 4.19%, up from 3.85% one year prior. Net loan growth for the year was $67.3 million, a 4.7% growth rate. Net accretion income related to acquisition accounting was $867 thousand for the third quarter, $245 thousand for the second quarter, and $43 thousand for the third quarter of 2025. Net interest income FTE for the third quarter was $21.3 million, an increase of $1.2 million from $20.1 million in the second quarter. The company recorded no net provision for credit losses in the third quarter, compared to $426 thousand in the second quarter. Net charge-offs totaled $594 thousand in the third quarter, compared to $105 thousand in the second quarter and $939 thousand in the third quarter of 2025. The allowance for credit losses on loans was $14.4 million, or 0.96% of total loans on September 30, 2026, compared to $14.9 million, or 1.00% on June 30, 2026, and $14.4 million, or 1.01% on September 30, 2025. Noninterest income increased $66 thousand to $4.1 million for the third quarter from $4.0 million in the prior quarter. Noninterest expense increased $259 thousand to $16.7 million for the third quarter from $16.4 million in the prior quarter. The sale and consolidation of banking offices will reduce the number of offices from 33 to 28 by year end. Income tax expense was $1.7 million for the third quarter, compared to $1.4 million for the second quarter, with an effective tax rate of 19.7%. On September 30, 2026, total assets were $2.075 billion, an increase of $44.1 million or 2.2% from September 30, 2025. Loans held for investment net of allowance totaled $1.486 billion, an increase of $13.4 million or 3.6% annualized from June 30, 2026, and $67.3 million or 4.7% from September 30, 2025. Total investments were $306.8 million on September 30, 2026. Available for sale securities totaled $218.7 million, and held to maturity securities were $82.6 million. Total deposits were $1.829 billion, a decrease of $2.4 million or 0.5% annualized from the prior quarter, and an increase of $19.2 million or 1.1% from September 30, 2025. Liquidity sources available to the Bank totaled $721.6 million on September 30, 2026. Estimated uninsured customer deposits were $575.8 million on September 30, 2026. Non-performing assets increased by $647 thousand to $5.4 million on September 30, 2026. Loans past due 30-89 days and still accruing interest increased to $3.4 million, or 0.23% of total loans. The health care provider portfolio balance was $7.9 million, with $1.4 million on non-accrual and specifically reserved at $1.0 million. During the third quarter, the company declared and paid cash dividends of $0.17 per common share. Tangible book value per share grew to $19.94 on September 30, 2026. The total risk-based capital ratio for First National Corporation was 15.14% on September 30, 2026.

AMTD IDEA's Total Assets Exceeded US$2.6 Billion as of 2026 Half Year and Sets Forth Clear Growth Path in Global Hospitality

(NYSE:AMTD; SGX:HKB) AMTD IDEA Group announced its unaudited financial results for the six months ended June 30, 2026. Revenue from contracts with customers grew by 32.1% to US$32.0 million. The hospitality arm's revenue surged by 59.8% to US$20.2 million, driven by the acquisition and integration of premier hotel properties in New York, Perth, London, and Kuala Lumpur. Total assets increased to US$2.6 billion (US$4.5/share) as of June 30, 2026, compared to US$2.3 billion as of December 31, 2025. Net assets amounted to US$1.9 billion (US$3.3/share), up from US$1.8 billion. For the six months ended June 30, 2026, total revenue was US$67.1 million, down from US$89.0 million in the same period of 2025. Segment revenue included hotel operations, hospitality and VIP services income of US$20.2 million (up from US$12.7 million), fashion, arts and luxury media advertising and marketing services income of US$10.5 million (up from US$10.0 million), digital solutions and other services income of US$1.3 million (down from US$1.6 million), dividend income and gains from disposed financial assets at FVTPL of US$10.1 million (up from US$8.6 million), and net fair value changes on financial assets at FVTPL of US$25.0 million (down from US$56.2 million). Other income and gains increased to US$16.3 million from US$15.7 million. Other operating expenses rose by 30.7% to US$27.0 million, mainly due to increased hotel depreciation and operating costs. Staff costs decreased slightly to US$6.5 million from US$6.6 million. Finance costs decreased to US$4.4 million from US$7.1 million. Income tax expense increased to US$5.1 million from US$1.5 million. The company recorded a profit of US$40.3 million, compared to US$68.8 million in the prior year period, mainly due to lower unrealized gains on the investment portfolio. Property, plant and equipment increased by US$380.3 million to US$694.3 million, reflecting hotel acquisitions. Bank borrowings rose to US$342.9 million from US$292.1 million. Deferred tax liabilities increased to US$52.6 million from US$5.6 million, primarily due to provisional fair value adjustments and purchase price allocations for the new hotels. Total equity grew to US$1,855.1 million from US$1,764.8 million, with non-controlling interests rising to US$260.0 million from US$177.1 million. The company opened its second L'Officiel Coffee and Bar in Macao SAR in September 2026, following the launch of its first in Omotesando, Japan. On October 6, 2026, the company announced a change in the ratio of its American Depositary Shares (ADSs) to its Class A ordinary shares, completed on October 19, 2026, with details furnished to the SEC on Form 6-K. The interim condensed consolidated financial statements are unaudited and prepared in accordance with US GAAP, with recent hotel acquisitions accounted for using provisional amounts pending final purchase price allocation.

UPrime Capital Announces Technology-Led Brand Strategy Focused on a More Personalised Trading Experience

(LSE:FNEWS) UPrime Capital has announced a technology-led brand strategy focused on delivering a more personalised trading experience for its clients. The new strategy refines the company's identity in international trading, emphasizing technology, clear communication, and the needs of discerning market participants. UPrime Capital's approach centers on professionalism and clarity, aiming to provide substantive information alongside a premium digital experience. The brand strategy highlights the importance of explaining trading tools, terminology, and market developments in a way that is accessible to both experienced traders and those researching trading technology. AI trading and automated investing are identified as central themes, with the company committing to practical explanations of their functions, applications, and limitations. The announcement is contextualized by current UK market conditions, noting that as of 19 October 2026, the Bank of England lists the Bank Rate at 3.75% and its current inflation measure at 3.1%, with the next interest-rate announcement scheduled for 5 November. UPrime Capital's communications strategy aims to foster a more informed conversation about financial technology, emphasizing the evaluation of functionality, oversight, and operational conditions of trading tools. The brand's digital presence will feature clean layouts, restrained design, and precise language to establish a consistent and recognisable identity. Personalisation is a guiding principle, reflecting the varied experience levels and research needs of individuals in financial markets. The company states that any specific service or functionality will be described according to its actual scope and applicable terms. UPrime Capital aspires to build recognition through a combination of professional presentation, useful information, and a considered approach to trading technology.

Change in Director Responsibilities

(LSE:CDI) FBD Holdings plc and FBD Insurance plc have announced changes in Director Responsibilities effective immediately. Ms Silvia Milián Bon has been appointed as a member of the Risk Committee of both FBD Holdings plc and FBD Insurance plc. Silvia Milián Bon brings over 25 years' experience in the insurance industry, with expertise in strategy, technology, and digital transformation. She has worked with insurance companies globally, leading complex digital transformation projects involving digital channels, core insurance systems, and AI/Data capabilities, both on premise and cloud based. The Chair of FBD, Jim Bergin, stated that Silvia's addition to the Risk Committee will enhance and complement the existing skills on the Committee, particularly in technology and artificial intelligence. Further details on Silvia Milián Bon's knowledge, experience, and skills are available on the company's website and on page 31 of the Company's 2025 Annual Report. This announcement is made in accordance with Rule 6.1.5 of the Euronext Dublin Listing Rules. FBD Holdings plc's ordinary shares of €0.60 each are publicly traded. The shares are listed on Euronext Dublin, in the Premium Listing Category, and trade on the Euronext Dublin Market Main Securities Market. The ISIN for the shares is IE0003290289. The ticker is FBD. I or EG7.IR. FBD Holdings plc is registered in Dublin, Ireland, with Registered Number 135882. RNS, the news service of the London Stock Exchange, provided this information and is approved by the Financial Conduct Authority to act as a Primary Information Provider in the United Kingdom.

Payment of dividend and issue of equity

(LSE:BSC) British Smaller Companies VCT2 plc announced that on 23 October 2026 it paid an interim dividend for the year ending 31 December 2026 of 1.50 pence per ordinary share to shareholders on the register as at the record date of 25 September 2026. On the same date, the company issued and allotted 1,476,711 ordinary shares of 0.01 pence each under its dividend re-investment scheme (DRIS) at a price of 50.75 pence per ordinary share to shareholders who elected to receive shares instead of the interim dividend. The subscription price of 50.75 pence per ordinary share was determined based on the net asset value of 52.25 pence per ordinary share as at 30 June 2026, adjusted for the interim dividend of 1.50 pence per ordinary share paid on 23 October 2026. As a result, 13.1 per cent of the interim dividend paid by the company was re-invested in ordinary shares via the DRIS. In this allotment, employees and members of the Manager, YFM Private Equity Limited, were allotted 5,699 ordinary shares of 0.01 pence each, bringing their aggregate total holding to 814,876 ordinary shares. Application is being made for the newly issued ordinary shares to be admitted to the Official List of the Financial Conduct Authority and to trading on the London Stock Exchange's Main Market for listed securities, with dealings expected to commence on or around 6 November 2026. Following this issue and allotment, the company's issued share capital consists of 381,907,782 ordinary shares of 0.01 pence each with voting rights and 42,152,249 ordinary shares of 0.01 pence each held in treasury. The statement of voting capital may be used by shareholders as the denominator for calculations required under the FCA's Disclosure and Transparency Rules.

First Citizens BancShares Reports Third Quarter 2026 Earnings, Announces Additional Share Repurchase Plan

(NASDAQ:FCNCA) First Citizens BancShares, Inc. reported third quarter 2026 earnings, with Chairman and CEO Frank B. Holding, Jr. stating that performance exceeded expectations due to strong top-line growth, accelerated loan and deposit growth, resilient credit quality, and expense discipline. The company returned $600 million to stockholders through share repurchases and repaid another $8.0 billion of the Purchase Money Note. The Board of Directors approved a new share repurchase plan authorizing up to $1.2 billion of Class A common shares through 2027. On September 4, 2026, First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company completed the acquisition of 138 branches from BMO Bank N.A., assuming approximately $4.9 billion in deposits and acquiring approximately $650 million in loans. Net income for the third quarter was $606 million, compared to $672 million in the second quarter. Net income available to common stockholders was $577 million, or $51.23 per common share, a $63 million decrease from $640 million, or $55.52 per share, in the linked quarter. Adjusted net income was $652 million, with adjusted net income available to common stockholders at $623 million, or $55.37 per share, a $36 million decrease from $659 million, or $57.09 per share, in the linked quarter. Net interest income was $1.70 billion, up $43 million over the linked quarter, and net interest income excluding PAA was $1.66 billion, up $47 million. Interest income on loans increased $88 million, while interest income on investment securities increased $26 million. Interest expense on borrowings decreased $19 million, and interest expense on interest-bearing deposits increased $90 million. Net interest margin was 3.07%, down 3 basis points, and NIM excluding PAA was 2.99%, down 2 basis points. Noninterest income was $734 million, down $42 million, and adjusted noninterest income was $575 million, down $11 million. Lending-related fees increased $10 million, client investment fees increased $9 million, and rental income on operating lease equipment increased $8 million. The loss on extinguishment of debt increased $12 million due to $8.00 billion in Purchase Money Note payments. Noninterest expense was $1.57 billion, up $22 million, with adjusted noninterest expense at $1.36 billion, up $9 million. Loans and leases totaled $157.19 billion at September 30, 2026, up $6.16 billion from June 30, 2026. Total investment securities were $44.88 billion, up $1.32 billion. Deposits were $185.26 billion, up $11.84 billion, with General Bank segment deposits increasing $5.66 billion, largely due to $4.86 billion from the BMO Branch Acquisition. Borrowings were $24.47 billion, down $7.72 billion, mainly due to $8.00 billion in Purchase Money Note payments. The Purchase Money Note declined from $35.85 billion at September 30, 2025 to $20.45 billion at September 30, 2026. Provision for credit losses was $55 million, compared to a benefit of $10 million in the linked quarter. Net charge-offs were $103 million (0.27% of average loans), and nonaccrual loans were $1.37 billion (0.87% of loans). The allowance for loan and lease losses was $1.44 billion (0.91% of loans). Capital ratios at September 30, 2026, were: total risk-based capital 12.90%, Tier 1 risk-based capital 11.32%, Common equity Tier 1 risk-based capital 10.24%, and Tier 1 leverage 9.00%. BancShares issued Series F perpetual preferred stock for $300 million, included in Tier 1 capital. The company repurchased 278,828 shares of Class A common stock for $600 million and paid a dividend of $2.10 per share. From inception of the 2024 Share Repurchase Plan through September 30, 2026, 3,420,683 shares were repurchased for $6.79 billion. As of September 30, 2026, $711 million remained under the 2025 Share Repurchase Plan, and the full $1.2 billion capacity remains under the new 2027 SRP. Liquid assets were $57.33 billion at September 30, 2026.

Result of placing

(LSE:EWG) W.A.G Payment Solutions PLC ("Eurowag") announced the results of a placing of ordinary shares. Bock Capital EU Luxembourg WAG S.à r.l., an affiliate of TA Associates Management, L.P. (the "Selling Shareholder"), has sold a total of 88,505,764 ordinary shares of £0.01 each in the Company (the "Placing Shares") at a price of £1.00 per Placing Share. The Placing Shares represent approximately 12.7 per cent. of the Company's issued share capital. Upon completion of the Placing, the Selling Shareholder will hold no ordinary shares in the Company. The proceeds of the Placing are payable in cash on usual settlement terms. Closing of the Placing is expected to occur on a T+2 basis on 27 October 2026. Peel Hunt LLP acted as Sole Global Co-Ordinator and Joint Bookrunner, and WOOD & Company Financial Services, a.s. acted as Joint Bookrunner for the Placing. The Company is not a party to the Placing and will not receive any proceeds from the Placing. The Placing Shares are not being made available to the public and are not being offered or sold in any jurisdiction where it would be unlawful to do so. The Placing Shares have not been and will not be registered under the relevant laws of any Restricted Jurisdictions, including the United States, Australia, Canada, Japan, the Republic of South Africa, or Israel. No public offering of securities is being made in the United States or in any other jurisdiction. No prospectus or offering document has been or will be prepared in connection with the Placing. The Bookrunners or their affiliates may take up a portion of the Placing Shares as a principal position and may retain, purchase, sell, or offer to sell such Placing Shares and other securities of Eurowag for their own account. Peel Hunt LLP is authorised and regulated in the United Kingdom by the Financial Conduct Authority. WOOD & Company Financial Services, a.s. and its branches are authorised and regulated by the Czech National Bank and other relevant regulators in Poland, Slovakia, Italy, Ireland, and Romania. WOOD & Company Financial Services Ltd, a UK affiliate, is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. The Bookrunners are acting for the Selling Shareholder only in connection with the Placing and not for any other person.

Century Next Financial Corporation Reports 3rd Quarter 2026 Results

(OTCQX: CTUY) Century Next Financial Corporation, the holding company of Century Next Bank, reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026. The company had total assets of $931.2 million at September 30, 2026, up $54.3 million or 6.2% from $876.9 million at December 31, 2025. Net income after tax for the three months ended September 30, 2026 was $4.55 million, an increase of $283,000 or 6.6% compared to $4.27 million for the same period in 2025. Earnings per share for the quarter were $2.46 basic and $2.41 diluted, compared to $2.33 basic and $2.30 diluted in the prior year period. For the nine months ended September 30, 2026, net income after tax was $12.25 million, up $589,000 or 5.1% from $11.66 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025. Nine-month EPS was $6.63 basic and $6.49 diluted, compared to $6.38 basic and $6.31 diluted for the same period in 2025. Total cash and cash equivalents increased from $48.3 million at December 31, 2025 to $76.1 million at September 30, 2026, a rise of $27.8 million or 57.61%. Investment securities decreased by $774,000 to $142.2 million at September 30, 2026 from $143.0 million at December 31, 2025. Net loans increased by $27.8 million or 4.3% to $672.7 million at September 30, 2026 from $644.9 million at December 31, 2025. Commercial real estate loans increased $18.9 million, multi-family real estate loans increased $12.4 million, commercial non-real estate loans increased $4.0 million, consumer loans increased $2.4 million, agriculture loans secured by real estate increased $2.2 million, residential construction loans increased $1.4 million, and home equity line of credit loans increased $927,000. Offsetting these increases were decreases of $7.0 million in residential 1-4 family loans, $6.6 million in land loans, $307,000 in residential 1-4 family held for sale loans, and $19,000 in agriculture loans. Total deposits grew by $47.5 million or 6.3% to $806.4 million at September 30, 2026 from $758.9 million at December 31, 2025. Noninterest-bearing checking increased $3.8 million, interest-bearing checking increased $25.8 million, money market increased $17.2 million, and savings increased $2.3 million, while time deposit accounts decreased by $1.6 million. Long-term borrowings remained unchanged at $8.5 million. Net interest income for the quarter was $10.49 million, up $510,000 or 5.1% from $9.98 million in the prior year quarter. For the nine months, net interest income was $30.55 million, up $1.76 million or 6.1% from $28.8 million. The average yield on interest-earning assets for the quarter was 6.12%, and the average cost of interest-bearing liabilities was 2.72%. Net interest margin for the quarter was 4.64%. No credit loss provision was expensed for the quarter, compared to $265,000 in the prior year quarter. For the nine months, provision for credit losses was $513,000, down from $563,000 in the prior year period. Total non-interest income for the quarter was $886,000, down $260,000 or 22.7% from $1.15 million in the prior year quarter. For the nine months, non-interest income was $2.74 million, down $91,000 or 3.2% from $2.83 million. Total non-interest expense for the quarter was $5.63 million, up $77,000 or 1.4% from $5.56 million in the prior year quarter. For the nine months, non-interest expense was $17.33 million, up $891,000 or 5.4% from $16.44 million. The efficiency ratio for the quarter was 49.54%, down from 49.96% in the prior year quarter; for the nine months, it was 52.05%, up from 51.97%. Nonperforming assets decreased from $4.59 million at December 31, 2025 to $1.53 million at September 30, 2026, a decrease of $3.1 million or 66.7%. Nonperforming assets were 0.16% of total assets at September 30, 2026, compared to 0.52% at December 31, 2025. Allowance for credit losses was $7.38 million or 1.08% of total loans at September 30, 2026, compared to $6.93 million or 1.06% at December 31, 2025. Net charge-offs for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 were $62,000, compared to $192,000 for the same period in 2025. Book value per share was $57.34 at September 30, 2026, up from $54.16 at December 31, 2025. Tangible book value per share was $55.87 at September 30, 2026, up from $52.59 at December 31, 2025. Annualized return on average assets was 1.78% and annualized return on average equity was 15.56% for the nine months ended September 30, 2026.

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