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Toronto, May 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Faircourt Asset Management Inc., the Manager of Faircourt Gold Income Corp. (the “Company”) announces today that Securityholders who tendered their Class A Shares for redemption on March 31, 2026 will be entitled to receive $7.6504 per Class A Share, which is equal to the Net Asset Value per Share calculated using a five day volume weighted average price for exchange-traded equity securities held by the Company, determined as of April 29 2026 less the pro rata share of the aggregate of all brokerage fees, commissions and other costs relating to disposition of portfolio securities necessary to fund such redemption. Payment will be made in full on May 21, 2026.
The low-cost carrier, which had been struggling for years, announced it will cease operations. Spirit had been seeking a $500 million lifeline from the White House, but talks failed to yield a deal.
DS.Emotion, the branding, marketing and creative placemaking agency, continues to cement its reputation as a leading strategic partner for ambitious regeneration and place-making initiatives across the UK.
Delray Beach, FL, May 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- According to MarketsandMarketsTM, the global Cloud OSS/BSS Market is projected to grow from USD 43.35 billion in 2025 to USD 59.02 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 4.2%. Browse 350 market data Tables and 60 Figures spread through 400 Pages and in-depth TOC on " Cloud OSS/BSS Market - Global Forecast to 2032" Cloud OSS/BSS Market Share & Growth: Market Size Available for Years: 2020–2032 2025 Market Size: USD 43.35 billion 2032 Projected Market Size: USD 59.02 billion CAGR (2026–2032): 4.2% Cloud OSS/BSS Market Analysis & Forecast: The solutions segment is projected to dominate the market size during the forecast period. The hybrid cloud segment is set to register the highest growth rate The mobile operator segment is projected to hold the largest market North America is projected to register the highest CAGR Download PDF Brochure @ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/pdfdownloadNew.asp?id=31137795 Rapid 5G expansion and real-time monetization requirements are driving operators toward cloud-native OSS/BSS platforms. These solutions enable faster billing, charging, and service orchestration for dynamic 5G services. AI-based automation and analytics improve efficiency, visibility, and the customer experience. At the same time, hyperscaler partnerships and usage-based cloud models provide scalable, secure infrastructure while helping operators control costs and support modern telecom operations. The adoption of TM Forum's Open Digital Architecture (ODA) has fundamentally reshaped the cloud OSS/BSS market by promoting standardized, cloud-native microservices and Open APIs. ODA's modular design enables operators to assemble best-of-breed components, such as billing, service orchestration, and policy engines, from multiple vendors without extensive custom integration. This shift accelerates time-to-market for new services, reduces vendor lock-in, and lowers total cost of ownership. By adhering to ODA's Helm chart and Kubernetes deployment models, communication service providers can leverage automated CI/CD pipelines and GitOps practices for continuous delivery and scalable operations. Furthermore, ODA's event-driven framework enhances real-time analytics and AI-powered automation, improving customer experience and operational agility. As more service providers mandate ODA compliance in procurement, the ecosystem has grown richer, driving competitive innovation among OSS/BSS suppliers and fostering a more resilient, interoperable cloud environment. Request Sample Pages @ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/requestsampleNew.asp?id=31137795 Based on component, the solutions segment is expected to hold the largest market size during the forecast period Cloud OSS/BSS solutions are projected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period, driven by growing demand from communication service providers (CSPs) for agile, scalable, and cost-efficient digital infrastructure. The shift to 5G, expansion of IoT ecosystems, and increasing pressure to monetize new services in real time have made cloud-native OSS/BSS platforms critical. These solutions enable faster service rollout, AI-powered automation, and a seamless customer experience across hybrid environments. CSPs are prioritizing solutions that support dynamic pricing, converged charging, and intent-based orchestration. A recent example reinforces this trend. In November 2025, Netcracker and NEC deployed Netcracker's cloud-native Digital Commerce and Monetization BSS for KDDI to modernize revenue management and accelerate new service launches. This deployment demonstrates the growing operator preference for comprehensive, end-to-end solution implementations. Cloud-native solutions such as converged charging and integrated BSS enable real-time monetization and ... Full story available on Benzinga.com
China Mengniu Dairy (OTCMKTS:CIADY – Get Free Report)’s stock price gapped up before the market opened on Friday . The stock had previously closed at $21.09, but opened at $22.3150. China Mengniu Dairy shares last traded at $22.3150, with a volume of 539 shares changing hands. China Mengniu Dairy Trading Up 0.2% The business has [...]
TXNM Energy (NYSE:TXNM – Get Free Report) issued its quarterly earnings data on Friday. The company reported $0.21 earnings per share for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.30 by ($0.09), Briefing.com reports. The firm had revenue of $504.98 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $506.24 million. TXNM Energy had [...]
Shares of Cielo Waste Solutions Corp. (CVE:CMC – Get Free Report) were down 10% during mid-day trading on Friday . The company traded as low as C$0.09 and last traded at C$0.09. Approximately 316,512 shares changed hands during mid-day trading, an increase of 148% from the average daily volume of 127,595 shares. The stock had [...]
A number of research firms have changed their ratings and price targets for Pitney Bowes (NYSE: PBI): 4/25/2026 – Pitney Bowes was upgraded by Wall Street Zen from “buy” to “strong-buy”. 4/24/2026 – Pitney Bowes was downgraded by Weiss Ratings from “hold (c+)” to “hold (c)”. 4/24/2026 – Pitney Bowes had its “neutral” rating reaffirmed [...]
Engineer sues cybersecurity firm in China AI layoff lawsuit over AI replacement. Fear & Greed Index at 26 signals caution amid 30-50% automation savings and regulatory risks.