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By Wednesday, American drivers are expected to log more days above $4 a gallon in a single year than in any year on record, surpassing a mark set in 2022. That is the forecast of Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, and the numbers support it.



AAA puts the national average for regular gasoline at $4.35 a gallon, about $1.27 higher than a year ago and still shy of the May peak above $4.50. Diesel sits at $6.25. Prices have drifted down a few cents over the past month, which is hardly comfort when the starting point is this high.



What stands out is not the peak but the persistence. A price spike is a shock; a price that stays elevated for months becomes a baseline. Households stop treating $4 gas as an emergency and start budgeting around it, which means cutting somewhere else. That quiet adjustment is how fuel costs feed into broader economic weakness, and it helps explain why consumers have grown so frustrated with the cost of living. The University of Michigan’s October sentiment survey fell to a five-month low, and gas prices that have held above $4 since mid-summer are part of that story.



The supply picture offers little relief. Crude rose Monday after deadly attacks in the Middle East and fresh doubts about a proposed Russia-Ukraine energy ceasefire, with Brent near $106 a barrel and West Texas Intermediate around $93. At home, Hurricane Isaias knocked two major Gulf Coast refineries offline, and the full extent of the damage is still being assessed. Refiners make diesel and heating oil from the same crude supply, so a disruption in one product can pull the others higher, just as winter demand arrives. Gasoline futures are up more than 86% this year and heating oil futures more than 124%.



Diesel deserves more attention than it gets. It moves the farm equipment, trucks, and delivery vans that carry nearly everything people buy, so higher diesel costs eventually show up on shelves and invoices. Drivers see the gasoline price on a sign; they don’t see the diesel surcharge folded into their groceries.



The pain is not evenly shared. Producers are positioned to benefit. <a href="https://www.channelchek.com/company/ipoof">InPlay Oil Corp. (IPOOF)</a>, an Alberta light oil producer covered by Noble Capital Markets research, reported record quarterly adjusted funds flow of $44.7 million in the second quarter, citing high oil prices, and raised its 2026 guidance. The company also reported production of 18,663 barrels of oil equivalent per day, about 62% light oil and natural gas liquids, and agreed to a $54.25 million acquisition after quarter end. Those figures are company-reported. Transportation and logistics businesses, along with lower-income households that spend a larger share of their budgets on fuel, face the opposite side of the trade.



Three things will decide how long this lasts: how quickly the damaged refineries come back, whether Middle East tensions and the Russia-Ukraine ceasefire push crude higher, and how tight distillate supply gets as temperatures fall. If those break the wrong way, the $4 gallon will remain a feature of the economy rather than a talking point, and the consumer will keep feeling it.

By Wednesday, American drivers are expected to log more days above $4 a gallon in a single year than in any year on record, surpassing a mark set in 2022. That is the forecast of Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, and the numbers support it.



AAA puts the national average for regular gasoline at $4.35 a gallon, about $1.27 higher than a year ago and still shy of the May peak above $4.50. Diesel sits at $6.25. Prices have drifted down a few cents over the past month, which is hardly comfort when the starting point is this high.



What stands out is not the peak but the persistence. A price spike is a shock; a price that stays elevated for months becomes a baseline. Households stop treating $4 gas as an emergency and start budgeting around it, which means cutting somewhere else. That quiet adjustment is how fuel costs feed into broader economic weakness, and it helps explain why consumers have grown so frustrated with the cost of living. The University of Michigan’s October sentiment survey fell to a five-month low, and gas prices that have held above $4 since mid-summer are part of that story.



The supply picture offers little relief. Crude rose Monday after deadly attacks in the Middle East and fresh doubts about a proposed Russia-Ukraine energy ceasefire, with Brent near $106 a barrel and West Texas Intermediate around $93. At home, Hurricane Isaias knocked two major Gulf Coast refineries offline, and the full extent of the damage is still being assessed. Refiners make diesel and heating oil from the same crude supply, so a disruption in one product can pull the others higher, just as winter demand arrives. Gasoline futures are up more than 86% this year and heating oil futures more than 124%.



Diesel deserves more attention than it gets. It moves the farm equipment, trucks, and delivery vans that carry nearly everything people buy, so higher diesel costs eventually show up on shelves and invoices. Drivers see the gasoline price on a sign; they don’t see the diesel surcharge folded into their groceries.



The pain is not evenly shared. Producers are positioned to benefit. InPlay Oil Corp. (IPOOF), an Alberta light oil producer covered by Noble Capital Markets research, reported record quarterly adjusted funds flow of $44.7 million in the second quarter, citing high oil prices, and raised its 2026 guidance. The company also reported production of 18,663 barrels of oil equivalent per day, about 62% light oil and natural gas liquids, and agreed to a $54.25 million acquisition after quarter end. Those figures are company-reported. Transportation and logistics businesses, along with lower-income households that spend a larger share of their budgets on fuel, face the opposite side of the trade.



Three things will decide how long this lasts: how quickly the damaged refineries come back, whether Middle East tensions and the Russia-Ukraine ceasefire push crude higher, and how tight distillate supply gets as temperatures fall. If those break the wrong way, the $4 gallon will remain a feature of the economy rather than a talking point, and the consumer will keep feeling it.

The $4 Gallon Is No Longer a Shock. It’s the New Baseline.

Inflation

Oil &amp; Gas

IonQ (NYSE: IONQ) announced on Oct. 12 that it has agreed to acquire Elisity, a Zero Trust cybersecurity company, in an all-stock transaction valued at up to $1.3 billion. The deal pairs IonQ’s post-quantum cryptography (PQC) and quantum key distribution (QKD) technology with Elisity’s enterprise network security platform, and it extends IonQ’s push beyond quantum computing into security.



Founded in 2019, Elisity helps organizations apply Zero Trust principles to users, devices, workloads, AI agents, and other non-human identities. Its IdentityGraph product pulls together identity, asset, and risk data to set least-privilege access policies, letting teams simulate a policy before enforcing it and restrict each identity to only the communications it needs. IonQ says Elisity has more than 100 customer deployments, including a growing number of Fortune 500 companies, and has roughly doubled both revenue and customers year over year with no churn among deployed customers. IonQ also points to the microsegmentation market, which it sizes at more than $10 billion with double-digit annual growth.



IonQ is pitching a single security stack for two problems: attacks happening now, including those involving AI agents, and the longer-term risk that quantum computers eventually break today’s encryption. The companies plan to extend IdentityGraph with cryptographic inventory and risk information. IonQ CEO Niccolo de Masi said “Q-Day” is arriving faster than predicted, and compared the deal to IonQ’s earlier SkyWater Technology acquisition, which added chip design and fabrication capabilities. The announcement also cites a June 22, 2026 White House executive order and other federal directives pushing agencies toward PQC migration.



IonQ says its quantum-safe communications networks are already deployed in Switzerland, Poland, Romania, and Slovakia, and that multiproduct revenue grew 40% year over year in the second quarter of 2026. Elisity’s customer base and CISO relationships would give IonQ new channels to sell PQC, QKD, and quantum computing to enterprise and government buyers.



The transaction includes up to $150 million in earnout payments tied to Elisity’s performance. The number of IonQ shares issued will be set at closing using the 20-day volume-weighted average price before closing, with the price floored at $33.07 and capped at $49.61 per share. The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to customary conditions including regulatory approval. Elisity will continue operating under its current leadership, including CEO James Winebrenner.



Closing risk, customer and employee retention, and integration are the main variables, all flagged in IonQ’s own forward-looking statements. Investors should also watch whether IonQ can turn the cross-sell story into reported revenue, and how the share issuance affects dilution given the price collar.

IonQ (NYSE: IONQ) announced on Oct. 12 that it has agreed to acquire Elisity, a Zero Trust cybersecurity company, in an all-stock transaction valued at up to $1.3 billion. The deal pairs IonQ’s post-quantum cryptography (PQC) and quantum key distribution (QKD) technology with Elisity’s enterprise network security platform, and it extends IonQ’s push beyond quantum computing into security.



Founded in 2019, Elisity helps organizations apply Zero Trust principles to users, devices, workloads, AI agents, and other non-human identities. Its IdentityGraph product pulls together identity, asset, and risk data to set least-privilege access policies, letting teams simulate a policy before enforcing it and restrict each identity to only the communications it needs. IonQ says Elisity has more than 100 customer deployments, including a growing number of Fortune 500 companies, and has roughly doubled both revenue and customers year over year with no churn among deployed customers. IonQ also points to the microsegmentation market, which it sizes at more than $10 billion with double-digit annual growth.



IonQ is pitching a single security stack for two problems: attacks happening now, including those involving AI agents, and the longer-term risk that quantum computers eventually break today’s encryption. The companies plan to extend IdentityGraph with cryptographic inventory and risk information. IonQ CEO Niccolo de Masi said “Q-Day” is arriving faster than predicted, and compared the deal to IonQ’s earlier SkyWater Technology acquisition, which added chip design and fabrication capabilities. The announcement also cites a June 22, 2026 White House executive order and other federal directives pushing agencies toward PQC migration.



IonQ says its quantum-safe communications networks are already deployed in Switzerland, Poland, Romania, and Slovakia, and that multiproduct revenue grew 40% year over year in the second quarter of 2026. Elisity’s customer base and CISO relationships would give IonQ new channels to sell PQC, QKD, and quantum computing to enterprise and government buyers.



The transaction includes up to $150 million in earnout payments tied to Elisity’s performance. The number of IonQ shares issued will be set at closing using the 20-day volume-weighted average price before closing, with the price floored at $33.07 and capped at $49.61 per share. The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to customary conditions including regulatory approval. Elisity will continue operating under its current leadership, including CEO James Winebrenner.



Closing risk, customer and employee retention, and integration are the main variables, all flagged in IonQ’s own forward-looking statements. Investors should also watch whether IonQ can turn the cross-sell story into reported revenue, and how the share issuance affects dilution given the price collar.

IonQ to Acquire Zero Trust Security Firm Elisity in Deal Valued at Up to $1.3 Billion

Cybersecurity

Elisity

IONQ

Quantum Computing

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October 12, 2026 08:15 ET &nbsp;| Source: <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/en/search/organization/VivoPower%2520PLC">VivoPower PLC</a>



&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; VivoPower has selected a global AI industry leader as its preferred AI tenant for the Mo i Rana facility



&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experienced Mo i Rana-based contractor Øijord &amp; Aanes Entreprenørforretning AS engaged to deliver conversion site works in accordance with relevant permits and licenses



&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Enabling works and main building superstructure to be delivered by Mo i Rana-based contractors, ahead of full mechanical and electrical fit-out by a specialist data center EPC firm



&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;VivoPower committed to engaging as many local suppliers and contractors as possible at Mo i Rana and plans to do the same at other future AI data center facilities globally



&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;VivoPower is also working to reuse waste heat from the AI data center for productive purposes in line with its Power-to-X strategy



LONDON, UK / MO I RANA, NORWAY, Oct. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VivoPower PLC (Nasdaq: VIVO) ("VivoPower" or the "Company"), a leading B Corp-certified global developer and owner of powered land and data center infrastructure for AI compute applications, today announced the mobilization of construction for the conversion of a 40MW first phase AI data center at its Mo i Rana facility in northern Norway. The Company also confirmed that the site works package will be delivered by experienced Mo i Rana-based contractors,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=MPJVl5A6hYEu204C6o3X59eh0pNwLoJdoczlSDV0uXVBqM7UQe9Wwq_RRW2iI6asOpbjzvJOtJRyKx-EAMXlH0zCiRAAnQKdUuJvMtOtk2LqkFjAI15fBIHRM6nb366d" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Øijord &amp; Aanes Entreprenørforretning AS</a>, who have been operating in the region for more than 60 years.



Demolition, enabling works and the main building superstructure, amongst other elements, will be delivered by local Mo i Rana contractors, in accordance with applicable Norwegian planning and building regulations. These work packages will be completed in advance of the full mechanical and electrical fit-out of the facility, for which VivoPower has conducted a tender review process with leading international data center supply chain partners. The Company expects to award and announce this contract shortly and will update accordingly.



The design and delivery of the AI data center conversion will be in accordance with the AI <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=cyXtaZPF0P-4WLDq6neNdQH_zz8BS4puHSqAc-5V6rs4FVQj1K0UjMOlJ-9hOmrxXej0YmJI-XRy0KEW0AtaZSx7193wd4lFzAwK3LTqRyoDWWoo3I7GH3LQEbX3Zq75ff-_N_-cpDQNlUL_JaB4OREqZRDS4TR50EoOZHcb_UkVnwDlb1B-EpyBUN07DRMXEB0XsJUg7RxWfMr6eoKMbh6uQvcqTQmK0GFCceC8CUhAvTq6JH5PseSI8GeoNODOKXiK_KJWnL7AWWTHxOE4HlK8UEXeKtL5AbZ9GtSAWWg=" rel="noopener" target="_blank">tenant’s</a> requirements. In addition, VivoPower is engaged with local industry on Power-to-X use cases, including the use of waste heat to support and promote local industry and community growth. Further details will be shared at the appropriate time.



Commitment to the Mo i Rana Supply Chain



VivoPower is committed to using as many local Mo i Rana suppliers and contractors as possible throughout the delivery of the project.



In addition to Øijord &amp; Aanes Entreprenørforretning AS, the Company has already engaged with other local contractors, including:



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=87_PG2HCrRLLY0T6aA4zBXqmssf9lRmYSUrvVTkhesz8svopYgpfuQLgZ3WGuVQp" target="_blank" rel="noopener">IMTAS</a> – a Mo i Rana-based provider of engineering, fabrication, installation and maintenance services across industry, construction and energy, operating from Mo Industripark; and</li>



<li><a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=1BmE0GoUCFeXvxitEjPG-P3P2HWw3Mvbo0y1qjKurzvKbz3_ixQPud1yJx9aUWngDTx13E0jTmuQVsmaCp72TQ==" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TH Blikk AS</a> – a Mo i Rana-based building, façade and roofing contractor with more than 15 years of experience and a team of 64 employees.</li>
</ul>



By prioritizing local contractors, VivoPower aims to support employment, skills development and economic activity in the Rana region. It will also draw on the industrial expertise built up in the Mo i Rana industrial precinct over many decades.



VivoPower completed the acquisition of the operational Mo i Rana data center on April 21, 2026, and amongst other things has enrolled 30MW of the existing facility in grid balancing services, which provide support to the stability of the regional power grid.



Commitment to Power-to-X Use Cases



VivoPower’s Power-to-X strategy is focused on securing the highest and best use of every megawatt of its power infrastructure. At Mo i Rana, that extends beyond AI compute to the heat the facility generates and the flexibility it can offer the Norwegian power system.



The 40MW AI data center conversion is being designed with the aim of capturing waste heat from its cooling systems for productive reuse, subject to technical and commercial feasibility. VivoPower is working with a local district heating provider and European specialist firms to evaluate how that heat could be used. This includes supplying district heating to homes, businesses and community organizations in Mo i Rana and supporting the growth of heat-intensive local industries, including but not limited to land-based aquaculture and greenhouse food production.



Mo i Rana is well placed for this and reusing heat from the AI data center would build on that established model of industrial symbiosis. No definitive agreements have been entered into as yet in relation to heat reuse or other Power-to-X use cases, but VivoPower will provide further details as arrangements are finalized.



Shane Whelan, Chief Real Estate Officer of VivoPower, said: "We have deliberately engaged with the local construction supply chain, and we are delighted to be working with Mo i Rana firms such as Øijord &amp; Aanes, IMTAS and TH Blikk. Their skills and local knowledge will be invaluable as we move from site works towards the mechanical and electrical fit-out phase. We remain committed to delivering on a ready-for-service (RFS) date as expeditiously as possible but without compromising quality and safety given the long-duration nature of the infrastructure asset being built."



Stein Rune Øijord, Chief Executive Officer of Øijord &amp; Aanes, said: “Øijord &amp; Aanes looks forward to a strong and close collaboration with VivoPower. We are proud to contribute to an exciting project that creates new opportunities for Mo i Rana.”



Tommy Høgås, Chief Executive Officer of TH Blikk AS, said: “Blikk looks forward to the opportunity for a strong and exciting collaboration with VivoPower in the years ahead. New development is positive for the local community, and we recognize the wider benefits it will bring to other local businesses. We are grateful for the opportunity to be involved in this project and strongly believe in its potential – both for the stakeholders involved and for the city as a whole. We look forward to contributing and achieving great results together.”



About VivoPower



Originally founded in 2014 and listed on Nasdaq since 2016, VivoPower is an award-winning B Corporation with data center and powered land infrastructure across Norway, Finland, and the United Arab Emirates. The Company’s mission is to be the independent, trusted partner for sovereign nations that develop and operate sustainable data center infrastructure, ensuring sovereign control over power, data, and national intelligence. In doing so, VivoPower helps sovereign nations bridge the gap between their energy assets and their AI ambitions by providing the Power-to-X infrastructure necessary to build and control their own domestic intelligence hubs.



Forward-Looking Statements



This communication includes certain statements that may constitute "forward-looking statements" for purposes of the U.S. federal securities laws. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements that refer to projections, forecasts, or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions. The words "anticipate," "believe," "continue," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intends," "may," "might," "plan," "possible," "potential," "predict," "project," "should," "would" and similar expressions may identify forward-looking statements, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Forward-looking statements in this communication include, for example, statements about the mobilization, timing, sequencing and completion of demolition, enabling and superstructure works; the expected timing of the award and announcement of the mechanical and electrical fit-out contract; the design, delivery, cost and ready-for-service date of the 40MW AI data center conversion; the engagement of local and international contractors and suppliers; the finalization of tenant agreements; the potential reuse of waste heat and other Power-to-X use cases; participation in grid-balancing services; and the anticipated economic benefits to the Mo i Rana region.



These statements are based on VivoPower's management's current expectations or beliefs and are subject to risk, uncertainty, and changes in circumstances. There is no certainty that the 40MW AI data center conversion will be completed on the timeline currently anticipated, within the currently estimated budget, or at all. Actual results may vary materially from those expressed or implied by the statements herein due to risks, uncertainties and contingencies including: (i) delays in obtaining, or failure to obtain, the demolition license, the Rana kommune building permit, grid connection and energization approvals or other regulatory approvals, or the grant of such approvals on different terms or conditions; (ii) construction, contractor and supply chain risks, including contractor performance, labor availability, weather and site conditions; (iii) cost overruns and fluctuations in the prices of materials, equipment, labor and energy; (iv) the risk that the mechanical and electrical fit-out contract is not awarded on the expected timing or terms, or at all; (v) delays in AI hardware procurement; (vi) the risk that the tenant breaches or defaults on its definitive lease agreements; (vii) the risk that waste heat reuse and other Power-to-X use cases do not prove technically or commercially feasible, and that no definitive agreements are entered into in relation to them; (viii) changes in economic, business, competitive and/or regulatory factors, geopolitical events and general market volatility; and (ix) other factors set forth in VivoPower's filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. The information set forth herein should be read in light of such risks. VivoPower is under no obligation to, and expressly disclaims any obligation to, update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, changes in assumptions or otherwise.



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Shareholder Enquiries <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=kRagyXSxiG8ISHE9DRnj2U7psxTSSQZ5Xv8Ho9LrYEaZyeYLGzwryNjwtK639QxZGLoSDyJ_qvM7qh3VHLcLl9zUZ77xY15Zc_odf1dGV5g=" rel="noopener" target="_blank">media@vivopower.com</a>

Research News and Market Data on VIVO



October 12, 2026 08:15 ET &nbsp;| Source: VivoPower PLC



&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; VivoPower has selected a global AI industry leader as its preferred AI tenant for the Mo i Rana facility



&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experienced Mo i Rana-based contractor Øijord &amp; Aanes Entreprenørforretning AS engaged to deliver conversion site works in accordance with relevant permits and licenses



&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Enabling works and main building superstructure to be delivered by Mo i Rana-based contractors, ahead of full mechanical and electrical fit-out by a specialist data center EPC firm



&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;VivoPower committed to engaging as many local suppliers and contractors as possible at Mo i Rana and plans to do the same at other future AI data center facilities globally



&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;VivoPower is also working to reuse waste heat from the AI data center for productive purposes in line with its Power-to-X strategy



LONDON, UK / MO I RANA, NORWAY, Oct. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) &#8212; VivoPower PLC (Nasdaq: VIVO) (&#8220;VivoPower&#8221; or the &#8220;Company&#8221;), a leading B Corp-certified global developer and owner of powered land and data center infrastructure for AI compute applications, today announced the mobilization of construction for the conversion of a 40MW first phase AI data center at its Mo i Rana facility in northern Norway. The Company also confirmed that the site works package will be delivered by experienced Mo i Rana-based contractors,&nbsp;Øijord &amp; Aanes Entreprenørforretning AS, who have been operating in the region for more than 60 years.



Demolition, enabling works and the main building superstructure, amongst other elements, will be delivered by local Mo i Rana contractors, in accordance with applicable Norwegian planning and building regulations. These work packages will be completed in advance of the full mechanical and electrical fit-out of the facility, for which VivoPower has conducted a tender review process with leading international data center supply chain partners. The Company expects to award and announce this contract shortly and will update accordingly.



The design and delivery of the AI data center conversion will be in accordance with the AI tenant’s requirements. In addition, VivoPower is engaged with local industry on Power-to-X use cases, including the use of waste heat to support and promote local industry and community growth. Further details will be shared at the appropriate time.



Commitment to the Mo i Rana Supply Chain



VivoPower is committed to using as many local Mo i Rana suppliers and contractors as possible throughout the delivery of the project.



In addition to Øijord &amp; Aanes Entreprenørforretning AS, the Company has already engaged with other local contractors, including:




IMTAS – a Mo i Rana-based provider of engineering, fabrication, installation and maintenance services across industry, construction and energy, operating from Mo Industripark; and



TH Blikk AS – a Mo i Rana-based building, façade and roofing contractor with more than 15 years of experience and a team of 64 employees.




By prioritizing local contractors, VivoPower aims to support employment, skills development and economic activity in the Rana region. It will also draw on the industrial expertise built up in the Mo i Rana industrial precinct over many decades.



VivoPower completed the acquisition of the operational Mo i Rana data center on April 21, 2026, and amongst other things has enrolled 30MW of the existing facility in grid balancing services, which provide support to the stability of the regional power grid.



Commitment to Power-to-X Use Cases



VivoPower’s Power-to-X strategy is focused on securing the highest and best use of every megawatt of its power infrastructure. At Mo i Rana, that extends beyond AI compute to the heat the facility generates and the flexibility it can offer the Norwegian power system.



The 40MW AI data center conversion is being designed with the aim of capturing waste heat from its cooling systems for productive reuse, subject to technical and commercial feasibility. VivoPower is working with a local district heating provider and European specialist firms to evaluate how that heat could be used. This includes supplying district heating to homes, businesses and community organizations in Mo i Rana and supporting the growth of heat-intensive local industries, including but not limited to land-based aquaculture and greenhouse food production.



Mo i Rana is well placed for this and reusing heat from the AI data center would build on that established model of industrial symbiosis. No definitive agreements have been entered into as yet in relation to heat reuse or other Power-to-X use cases, but VivoPower will provide further details as arrangements are finalized.



Shane Whelan, Chief Real Estate Officer of VivoPower, said: &#8220;We have deliberately engaged with the local construction supply chain, and we are delighted to be working with Mo i Rana firms such as Øijord &amp; Aanes, IMTAS and TH Blikk. Their skills and local knowledge will be invaluable as we move from site works towards the mechanical and electrical fit-out phase. We remain committed to delivering on a ready-for-service (RFS) date as expeditiously as possible but without compromising quality and safety given the long-duration nature of the infrastructure asset being built.&#8221;



Stein Rune Øijord, Chief Executive Officer of Øijord &amp; Aanes, said: “Øijord &amp; Aanes looks forward to a strong and close collaboration with VivoPower. We are proud to contribute to an exciting project that creates new opportunities for Mo i Rana.”



Tommy Høgås, Chief Executive Officer of TH Blikk AS, said: “Blikk looks forward to the opportunity for a strong and exciting collaboration with VivoPower in the years ahead. New development is positive for the local community, and we recognize the wider benefits it will bring to other local businesses. We are grateful for the opportunity to be involved in this project and strongly believe in its potential – both for the stakeholders involved and for the city as a whole. We look forward to contributing and achieving great results together.”



About VivoPower



Originally founded in 2014 and listed on Nasdaq since 2016, VivoPower is an award-winning B Corporation with data center and powered land infrastructure across Norway, Finland, and the United Arab Emirates. The Company’s mission is to be the independent, trusted partner for sovereign nations that develop and operate sustainable data center infrastructure, ensuring sovereign control over power, data, and national intelligence. In doing so, VivoPower helps sovereign nations bridge the gap between their energy assets and their AI ambitions by providing the Power-to-X infrastructure necessary to build and control their own domestic intelligence hubs.



Forward-Looking Statements



This communication includes certain statements that may constitute &#8220;forward-looking statements&#8221; for purposes of the U.S. federal securities laws. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements that refer to projections, forecasts, or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions. The words &#8220;anticipate,&#8221; &#8220;believe,&#8221; &#8220;continue,&#8221; &#8220;could,&#8221; &#8220;estimate,&#8221; &#8220;expect,&#8221; &#8220;intends,&#8221; &#8220;may,&#8221; &#8220;might,&#8221; &#8220;plan,&#8221; &#8220;possible,&#8221; &#8220;potential,&#8221; &#8220;predict,&#8221; &#8220;project,&#8221; &#8220;should,&#8221; &#8220;would&#8221; and similar expressions may identify forward-looking statements, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Forward-looking statements in this communication include, for example, statements about the mobilization, timing, sequencing and completion of demolition, enabling and superstructure works; the expected timing of the award and announcement of the mechanical and electrical fit-out contract; the design, delivery, cost and ready-for-service date of the 40MW AI data center conversion; the engagement of local and international contractors and suppliers; the finalization of tenant agreements; the potential reuse of waste heat and other Power-to-X use cases; participation in grid-balancing services; and the anticipated economic benefits to the Mo i Rana region.



These statements are based on VivoPower&#8217;s management&#8217;s current expectations or beliefs and are subject to risk, uncertainty, and changes in circumstances. There is no certainty that the 40MW AI data center conversion will be completed on the timeline currently anticipated, within the currently estimated budget, or at all. Actual results may vary materially from those expressed or implied by the statements herein due to risks, uncertainties and contingencies including: (i) delays in obtaining, or failure to obtain, the demolition license, the Rana kommune building permit, grid connection and energization approvals or other regulatory approvals, or the grant of such approvals on different terms or conditions; (ii) construction, contractor and supply chain risks, including contractor performance, labor availability, weather and site conditions; (iii) cost overruns and fluctuations in the prices of materials, equipment, labor and energy; (iv) the risk that the mechanical and electrical fit-out contract is not awarded on the expected timing or terms, or at all; (v) delays in AI hardware procurement; (vi) the risk that the tenant breaches or defaults on its definitive lease agreements; (vii) the risk that waste heat reuse and other Power-to-X use cases do not prove technically or commercially feasible, and that no definitive agreements are entered into in relation to them; (viii) changes in economic, business, competitive and/or regulatory factors, geopolitical events and general market volatility; and (ix) other factors set forth in VivoPower&#8217;s filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. The information set forth herein should be read in light of such risks. VivoPower is under no obligation to, and expressly disclaims any obligation to, update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, changes in assumptions or otherwise.



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SAN DIEGO, Oct. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kratos Defense &amp; Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: KTOS), a technology company in defense, national security, and global markets, today announced major advancements in its turbojet technology. Highlighting these achievements are the recent successful flight tests of the TDI-J85 (J85) engine across multiple configurations, including Lugged Launch, Palletized, and Surface-to-Surface applications.



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Kratos J85 Spartan Engine



A photo accompanying this announcement is available at <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=Z1hF7tpomm1itpPhuWCD93ZvVN47HR2Hf7dhfdZ5F4xyeTyH9i6nbB0_BuLOxZ3dvyoWBQMSMTZCROppkNCq1Hk9d2smL06hGo6z4LJsoPaKTBnpAfBA_Aj4DCJ-ZeUtffrUve5wLeZKqF-QM5O_rCXOZN3qhGEOvvFqAlMrnDPelSLj5mUwafWvXJveVsPcrVT2W5RFyAKu7zoBAs4aDhnGP6vtZr5bhwl6jO7KKyM8ScVNdxDl1XOmDNl3V-LkCbBlgdbAUu2aXyMy7w5O0Q==" rel="noopener" target="_blank">https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/f8f9961a-cd9f-4c0d-a1f5-21a2c00d5ce8</a>



“Our successful flight tests across diverse deployment methods prove the versatility and reliability of the TDI-J85 engine,” said&nbsp;Joseph Kovasity, Senior Vice President of Kratos TDI. “By pairing this operational success with a fully functional, high-rate manufacturing capability, we are transforming how the industry approaches affordable propulsion. Kratos’ recent 3,000-engine component order for 2027 production and our path to 10,000+ engines annually by 2029 demonstrate our commitment to delivering mass and capability to the warfighter at an unprecedented scale.”



The J85 engine is engineered for maximum flexibility and the highest performance in the class with respect to high altitude start, reliability, and most importantly, efficiency which translates directly to more mission time/range and probability of success for low-cost cruise missiles, decoys, and unmanned aerial systems (UAS). The recent flight test successes validate its capability across three distinct operational concepts:



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<li>Lugged Launch: Demonstrating seamless integration and reliable ignition from standard rail or zero-length launchers.</li>



<li>Palletized Launch: Validating compatibility with cargo-aircraft-deployed rapid-launch systems.</li>



<li>Surface-to-Surface: Proving rapid-start performance and high-acceleration capabilities required for containerized munition applications. </li>
</ul>



Simultaneously, the Kratos Spartan engine family is taking a central role in supporting multiple next-generation defense development programs. Designed for affordability and high-volume manufacturability, the Spartan engine provides a crucial solution for flexible deployment.



Kratos recently announced significant scale-up operations for its Kratos Spartan engine line to support a surge in development and production programs, placing long-lead orders for components to build 3,000+ engines in 2027 to meet rising demand. Kratos’ Spartan engine manufacturing facility is fully operational, positioning the company to produce up to 10,000+ engines per year by 2029. This rapid scaling addresses the urgent Department of War (DoW) demand for high-performance, low-cost, mass-producible propulsion systems.



Eric DeMarco, Kratos President and CEO, said, “Kratos’ Spartan Family of small turbojet engines for low-cost jet drones and cruise missiles is a recent example of the success of our strategy to make the internally funded investments necessary to deliver technology rich national security systems, products, hardware, and software at the right time, with the key performance, and in the high quantities demanded to rebuild the U.S. defense inventory. Kratos is focused on working with customers that want production-ready products now, as we work with the Department of War for the rebuild and reindustrialization of United States National Security capabilities.”



About Kratos Defense &amp; Security Solutions Kratos Defense &amp; Security Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: KTOS) is a technology, products, system and software company addressing the defense, national security, and global markets. Kratos makes true internally funded research, development, capital and other investments, to rapidly develop, produce and field solutions that address our customers' mission critical needs and requirements. At Kratos, affordability is a technology, and we seek to utilize proven, leading-edge approaches and technology, not unproven bleeding-edge approaches, with Kratos' approach designed to reduce cost, schedule and risk, enabling us to be first to market with cost effective solutions. We believe that Kratos is known as an innovative disruptive change agent in the industry, a company that is an expert in designing products and systems up front for successful rapid, large quantity, low-cost future manufacturing which is a value-add competitive differentiator for our large traditional prime system integrator partners and also to our government and commercial customers. Kratos' primary business areas include virtualized ground systems for satellites and space vehicles; jet-powered unmanned aerial drone systems; advanced vehicles and rocket systems; propulsion systems for drones, missiles, loitering munitions, supersonic systems, spacecraft, and launch systems; C5ISR and microwave electronic products for missile, radar, missile defense, space, satellite, counter-UAS, directed energy, communication, and other systems; and virtual and augmented reality training systems for the warfighter. For more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=5ScxG25Ip_Na58CUTy6FP0O0F6OhYuViXMVKNMYJQ5-y4fr4mtSfddj2kX9LaBb0hgokoW7FLfim8HZAvOMsXA6x8XvDoF7ZjRkpizq5Ejk=" rel="noopener" target="_blank">www.KratosDefense.com</a> and follow Kratos on <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=ohj7MDD0sBI3hRliWFHh62qRBosfe4A0mVv_x4Dtnyj12urM9GCEHFFl8E4D3t-knejWYMBTy7c2nsrTW1c2pn8JEEOOl6z1AH20BpEU225Q3IhbiU0u6TJapJCjuxSyCQqbdQWq1fwz32MmBKaX-g==" rel="noopener" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=IP0p7-PwROHJ0_3p46ir6hJLLoD_1vKyS6xiBl5KxlwKlZ_6AckZ4L6MWZCgrcVh4IuVMYWjCf99NqTFug-IjA==" rel="noopener" target="_blank">X</a>.



Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements in this press release may constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are made on the basis of the current beliefs, expectations and assumptions of the management of Kratos and are subject to significant risks and uncertainty. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements. All such forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and Kratos undertakes no obligation to update or revise these statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Although Kratos believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, these statements involve many risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from what may be expressed or implied in these forward-looking statements. For a further discussion of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, as well as risks relating to the business of Kratos in general, see the risk disclosures in the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Kratos for the year ended December 29, 2025, and in subsequent reports on Forms 10-Q and 8-K and other filings made with the SEC by Kratos.



Press Contact:&nbsp; Claire Cantrell <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=-jnunJgvwERxDQmEWlWOlzXfBwcy0Gut1UgLSNpbA1EOBNEK1xk8JUbXx_3XCF-hjvSQheRLiajooURZqO6YnimW4Ox2W4vNB9Km1JsrlV3VdED9DmM9RGnW7GOY6vlvytkLModFPAy8yF7ZaQXlgQ==" rel="noopener" target="_blank">claire.cantrell@kratosdefense.com</a>



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PDF VersionThe J85 is Production Ready, Including Kratos Recent 3,000-Engine Component Order for 2027 and a Path to 10,000+ Engines Annually by 2029



SAN DIEGO, Oct. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) &#8212; Kratos Defense &amp; Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: KTOS), a technology company in defense, national security, and global markets, today announced major advancements in its turbojet technology. Highlighting these achievements are the recent successful flight tests of the TDI-J85 (J85) engine across multiple configurations, including Lugged Launch, Palletized, and Surface-to-Surface applications.







Kratos J85 Spartan Engine



A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/f8f9961a-cd9f-4c0d-a1f5-21a2c00d5ce8



“Our successful flight tests across diverse deployment methods prove the versatility and reliability of the TDI-J85 engine,” said&nbsp;Joseph Kovasity, Senior Vice President of Kratos TDI. “By pairing this operational success with a fully functional, high-rate manufacturing capability, we are transforming how the industry approaches affordable propulsion. Kratos’ recent 3,000-engine component order for 2027 production and our path to 10,000+ engines annually by 2029 demonstrate our commitment to delivering mass and capability to the warfighter at an unprecedented scale.”



The J85 engine is engineered for maximum flexibility and the highest performance in the class with respect to high altitude start, reliability, and most importantly, efficiency which translates directly to more mission time/range and probability of success for low-cost cruise missiles, decoys, and unmanned aerial systems (UAS). The recent flight test successes validate its capability across three distinct operational concepts:




Lugged Launch: Demonstrating seamless integration and reliable ignition from standard rail or zero-length launchers.



Palletized Launch: Validating compatibility with cargo-aircraft-deployed rapid-launch systems.



Surface-to-Surface: Proving rapid-start performance and high-acceleration capabilities required for containerized munition applications.




Simultaneously, the Kratos Spartan engine family is taking a central role in supporting multiple next-generation defense development programs. Designed for affordability and high-volume manufacturability, the Spartan engine provides a crucial solution for flexible deployment.



Kratos recently announced significant scale-up operations for its Kratos Spartan engine line to support a surge in development and production programs, placing long-lead orders for components to build 3,000+ engines in 2027 to meet rising demand. Kratos’ Spartan engine manufacturing facility is fully operational, positioning the company to produce up to 10,000+ engines per year by 2029. This rapid scaling addresses the urgent Department of War (DoW) demand for high-performance, low-cost, mass-producible propulsion systems.



Eric DeMarco, Kratos President and CEO, said, “Kratos’ Spartan Family of small turbojet engines for low-cost jet drones and cruise missiles is a recent example of the success of our strategy to make the internally funded investments necessary to deliver technology rich national security systems, products, hardware, and software at the right time, with the key performance, and in the high quantities demanded to rebuild the U.S. defense inventory. Kratos is focused on working with customers that want production-ready products now, as we work with the Department of War for the rebuild and reindustrialization of United States National Security capabilities.”



About Kratos Defense &amp; Security SolutionsKratos Defense &amp; Security Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: KTOS) is a technology, products, system and software company addressing the defense, national security, and global markets. Kratos makes true internally funded research, development, capital and other investments, to rapidly develop, produce and field solutions that address our customers&#8217; mission critical needs and requirements. At Kratos, affordability is a technology, and we seek to utilize proven, leading-edge approaches and technology, not unproven bleeding-edge approaches, with Kratos&#8217; approach designed to reduce cost, schedule and risk, enabling us to be first to market with cost effective solutions. We believe that Kratos is known as an innovative disruptive change agent in the industry, a company that is an expert in designing products and systems up front for successful rapid, large quantity, low-cost future manufacturing which is a value-add competitive differentiator for our large traditional prime system integrator partners and also to our government and commercial customers. Kratos&#8217; primary business areas include virtualized ground systems for satellites and space vehicles; jet-powered unmanned aerial drone systems; advanced vehicles and rocket systems; propulsion systems for drones, missiles, loitering munitions, supersonic systems, spacecraft, and launch systems; C5ISR and microwave electronic products for missile, radar, missile defense, space, satellite, counter-UAS, directed energy, communication, and other systems; and virtual and augmented reality training systems for the warfighter. For more information, visit&nbsp;www.KratosDefense.com and follow Kratos on LinkedIn and X.



Notice Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsCertain statements in this press release may constitute &#8220;forward-looking statements&#8221; within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are made on the basis of the current beliefs, expectations and assumptions of the management of Kratos and are subject to significant risks and uncertainty. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements. All such forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and Kratos undertakes no obligation to update or revise these statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Although Kratos believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, these statements involve many risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from what may be expressed or implied in these forward-looking statements. For a further discussion of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, as well as risks relating to the business of Kratos in general, see the risk disclosures in the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Kratos for the year ended December 29, 2025, and in subsequent reports on Forms 10-Q and 8-K and other filings made with the SEC by Kratos.



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TULSA, Okla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Alliance Resource Partners, L.P. (NASDAQ: ARLP) will report its third quarter 2026 financial results before the market opens on Monday, October 26, 2026. Alliance management will discuss these results during a conference call beginning at 10:00 a.m. Eastern that same day.



To participate in the conference call, dial U.S. Toll Free (877) 407-0784 and request to be connected to the Alliance Resource Partners, L.P. earnings conference call. International callers should dial (201) 689-8560 and request to be connected to the same call. Investors may also listen to the call via the "Investors" section of ARLP’s website at <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arlp.com&amp;esheet=54619132&amp;newsitemid=20261012471564&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.arlp.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=e6ae62134c50e50f28329c6476205552">www.arlp.com</a>.



An audio replay of the conference call will be available for approximately one week. To access the audio replay, dial U.S. Toll Free (844) 512-2921; International Toll (412) 317-6671 and request to be connected to replay using access code 13762993.



About Alliance Resource Partners, L.P.



ARLP is a diversified natural resource company that is currently the second largest coal producer in the eastern United States, supplying reliable, affordable energy domestically and internationally to major utilities, metallurgical and industrial users. ARLP also generates operating and royalty income from mineral interests it owns in strategic coal and oil &amp; gas producing regions in the United States. In addition, ARLP is positioning itself as a reliable energy partner for the future by pursuing opportunities that support the growth and development of energy-related technologies and infrastructure.



News, unit prices and additional information about ARLP, including filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, are available at <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arlp.com&amp;esheet=54619132&amp;newsitemid=20261012471564&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.arlp.com&amp;index=2&amp;md5=51d2a8972c863fd13ffbb47589463d45">www.arlp.com</a>. For more information, contact the investor relations department of ARLP at (918) 295-7673 or via email at <a href="mailto:investorrelations@arlp.com">investorrelations@arlp.com</a>.



Investor Relations Contact Cary P. Marshall Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer 918-295-7673 <a href="mailto:investorrelations@arlp.com">investorrelations@arlp.com</a>



Source: Alliance Resource Partners, L.P.er 12, 2026



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TULSA, Okla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Alliance Resource Partners, L.P. (NASDAQ: ARLP) will report its third quarter 2026 financial results before the market opens on Monday, October 26, 2026. Alliance management will discuss these results during a conference call beginning at 10:00 a.m. Eastern that same day.



To participate in the conference call, dial U.S. Toll Free (877) 407-0784 and request to be connected to the Alliance Resource Partners, L.P. earnings conference call. International callers should dial (201) 689-8560 and request to be connected to the same call. Investors may also listen to the call via the "Investors" section of ARLP’s website at <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arlp.com&amp;esheet=54619132&amp;newsitemid=20261012471564&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.arlp.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=e6ae62134c50e50f28329c6476205552">www.arlp.com</a>.



An audio replay of the conference call will be available for approximately one week. To access the audio replay, dial U.S. Toll Free (844) 512-2921; International Toll (412) 317-6671 and request to be connected to replay using access code 13762993.



About Alliance Resource Partners, L.P.



ARLP is a diversified natural resource company that is currently the second largest coal producer in the eastern United States, supplying reliable, affordable energy domestically and internationally to major utilities, metallurgical and industrial users. ARLP also generates operating and royalty income from mineral interests it owns in strategic coal and oil &amp; gas producing regions in the United States. In addition, ARLP is positioning itself as a reliable energy partner for the future by pursuing opportunities that support the growth and development of energy-related technologies and infrastructure.



News, unit prices and additional information about ARLP, including filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, are available at <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arlp.com&amp;esheet=54619132&amp;newsitemid=20261012471564&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.arlp.com&amp;index=2&amp;md5=51d2a8972c863fd13ffbb47589463d45">www.arlp.com</a>. For more information, contact the investor relations department of ARLP at (918) 295-7673 or via email at <a href="mailto:investorrelations@arlp.com">investorrelations@arlp.com</a>.



Investor Relations Contact Cary P. Marshall Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer 918-295-7673 <a href="mailto:investorrelations@arlp.com">investorrelations@arlp.com</a>



Source: Alliance Resource Partners, L.P.

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TULSA, Okla.&#8211;(BUSINESS WIRE)&#8211; Alliance Resource Partners, L.P. (NASDAQ: ARLP) will report its third quarter 2026 financial results before the market opens on Monday, October 26, 2026. Alliance management will discuss these results during a conference call beginning at 10:00 a.m. Eastern that same day.



To participate in the conference call, dial U.S. Toll Free (877) 407-0784 and request to be connected to the Alliance Resource Partners, L.P. earnings conference call. International callers should dial (201) 689-8560 and request to be connected to the same call. Investors may also listen to the call via the &#8220;Investors&#8221; section of ARLP’s website at www.arlp.com.



An audio replay of the conference call will be available for approximately one week. To access the audio replay, dial U.S. Toll Free (844) 512-2921; International Toll (412) 317-6671 and request to be connected to replay using access code 13762993.



About Alliance Resource Partners, L.P.



ARLP is a diversified natural resource company that is currently the second largest coal producer in the eastern United States, supplying reliable, affordable energy domestically and internationally to major utilities, metallurgical and industrial users. ARLP also generates operating and royalty income from mineral interests it owns in strategic coal and oil &amp; gas producing regions in the United States. In addition, ARLP is positioning itself as a reliable energy partner for the future by pursuing opportunities that support the growth and development of energy-related technologies and infrastructure.



News, unit prices and additional information about ARLP, including filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, are available at www.arlp.com. For more information, contact the investor relations department of ARLP at (918) 295-7673 or via email at investorrelations@arlp.com.



Investor Relations ContactCary P. MarshallSenior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer918-295-7673investorrelations@arlp.com



Source: Alliance Resource Partners, L.P.er 12, 2026




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TULSA, Okla.&#8211;(BUSINESS WIRE)&#8211; Alliance Resource Partners, L.P. (NASDAQ: ARLP) will report its third quarter 2026 financial results before the market opens on Monday, October 26, 2026. Alliance management will discuss these results during a conference call beginning at 10:00 a.m. Eastern that same day.



To participate in the conference call, dial U.S. Toll Free (877) 407-0784 and request to be connected to the Alliance Resource Partners, L.P. earnings conference call. International callers should dial (201) 689-8560 and request to be connected to the same call. Investors may also listen to the call via the &#8220;Investors&#8221; section of ARLP’s website at www.arlp.com.



An audio replay of the conference call will be available for approximately one week. To access the audio replay, dial U.S. Toll Free (844) 512-2921; International Toll (412) 317-6671 and request to be connected to replay using access code 13762993.



About Alliance Resource Partners, L.P.



ARLP is a diversified natural resource company that is currently the second largest coal producer in the eastern United States, supplying reliable, affordable energy domestically and internationally to major utilities, metallurgical and industrial users. ARLP also generates operating and royalty income from mineral interests it owns in strategic coal and oil &amp; gas producing regions in the United States. In addition, ARLP is positioning itself as a reliable energy partner for the future by pursuing opportunities that support the growth and development of energy-related technologies and infrastructure.



News, unit prices and additional information about ARLP, including filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, are available at www.arlp.com. For more information, contact the investor relations department of ARLP at (918) 295-7673 or via email at investorrelations@arlp.com.



Investor Relations ContactCary P. MarshallSenior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer918-295-7673investorrelations@arlp.com



Source: Alliance Resource Partners, L.P.

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SAN DIEGO, Oct. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kratos Defense &amp; Security Solutions, Inc., (NASDAQ: KTOS) a technology company in the defense, national security and global markets, and Airbus announced the successful completion of the first flight of the “U740-Valkyrie” in Europe. This key milestone confirms that Airbus and Kratos are on track to deliver a combat-ready uncrewed Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) by 2029, addressing the operational requirements of the German and other European Armed Forces.



Conducted at a test facility in Northern Europe, the flight achieved all objectives, including a runway-independent rocket-assisted take-off, maneuvers at various altitudes and speeds up to Mach 0.8, and in-flight mission adjustments. This debut paves the way for subsequent, more sophisticated flight tests with Airbus’ Multi-platform Autonomous Reconfigurable and Secure (MARS) mission system. Serving as the aircraft’s “European brain” and ensuring full control over software as well as mission applications, data and system hardware, MARS enables national German or European sovereignty from operational usage of the Valkyrie. MARS utilizes AI-enhanced software to conduct missions autonomously and coordinate entire mission groups. A strict control hierarchy ensures a human remains on the loop, guaranteeing all critical decisions comply with established rules of engagement, as well as ethical and legal standards.



“In an increasingly complex and contested threat environment, air forces require affordable combat mass today,” said Mike Schoellhorn, CEO of Airbus Defence and Space. “By pairing Kratos’ proven airframe as a ‘program of record’ with Airbus’ sovereign European mission system, we are able to offer a robust, sovereign, affordable, and combat-ready CCA system by the end of the decade. The Valkyrie will also play a critical role in enhancing crewed combat aircraft such as the Eurofighter with extended range, firepower, and survivability. The aircraft design enables operational resilience through its rail launch capability, while offering conventional, runway based, take-off and landing as an option.”



“First flights typically include plenty of learning opportunities, but with the maturity of the Valkyrie system and the well-integrated Airbus and Kratos team, this flight was an amazing success,” said Eric DeMarco, President and CEO of Kratos. “We’re proud to be partnering with Airbus on the CCA opportunities in Germany and other parts of the world. Combining the strengths of Kratos and Airbus enables the affordable Valkyrie system and Kratos’ CCA and drone manufacturing legacy to evolve with MARS and Airbus’ other high-capability subsystems, experience, and extensive knowledge across the full aerospace spectrum.”



<img alt="U740.jpg" height="400" src="https://ml.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/87613527-0c46-44e0-8dbb-3edf3c324dec/image2.jpg" width="600">The Airbus U740 takes off for its first flight in Europe - Airbus Defence and Space GmbH 2026



A photo accompanying this announcement is available at <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=dGiTOJFg6ltnlP58XMBkcI2g0y7F0kzlsrbZ42z4AWYbrNIritngf5QI4EI8Ne2893v4OGPmlLjXAUNXu_Tinutx5kl7s8uviB_Dtlv50TdH3DW0zLCAlrfhebmXLzjOPWg3gqwfhWVQgs5pA6BzDtw8B5HGSuI9YD1ED8aUlx578dCcvzyaYG1y-OgkFIRaPksho9fOD4A1UqLowiswQ42PBjFCLuSOSDJ0ZS6uxQeBeWd2380Jn3Oq2IEpWUg_qSGNTjBrjnBsmIi54GDB2Q==" rel="noopener" target="_blank">https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/87613527-0c46-44e0-8dbb-3edf3c324dec</a>



About the U740 Valkyrie



With a length of 30 feet and a wingspan of 27 feet, the Valkyrie features an internal weapons bay for air-to-air and air-to-ground munitions. It has a maximum take-off weight of over 6,000 lbs, a range exceeding 3,000 miles, and a service ceiling of 45,000 feet. The U740 Valkyrie is engineered to operate autonomously or under the command of crewed fighters, such as the Eurofighter, to execute high-risk missions and protect crewed assets.



About&nbsp;Kratos Defense &amp; Security Solutions Kratos Defense &amp; Security Solutions, Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ: KTOS) is a technology, products, system and software company addressing the defense, national security, and commercial markets. Kratos makes true internally funded research, development, capital and other investments, to rapidly develop, produce and field solutions that address our customers’ mission critical needs and requirements. At Kratos, affordability is a technology, and we seek to utilize proven, leading-edge approaches and technology, not unproven bleeding edge approaches or technology, with Kratos’ approach designed to reduce cost, schedule and risk, enabling us to be first to market with cost effective solutions. We believe that Kratos is known as an innovative disruptive change agent in the industry, a company that is an expert in designing products and systems up front for successful rapid, large quantity, low-cost future manufacturing which is a value-add competitive differentiator for our large traditional prime system integrator partners and also to our government and commercial customers. Kratos intends to pursue program and contract opportunities as the prime or lead contractor when we believe that our probability of win (PWin) is high and any investment required by Kratos is within our capital resource comfort level. We intend to partner and team with a large, traditional system integrator when our assessment of PWin is greater or required investment is beyond Kratos’ comfort level. Kratos’ primary business areas include virtualized ground systems for satellites and space vehicles including software for command &amp; control (C2) and telemetry, tracking and control (TT&amp;C), jet powered unmanned aerial drone systems, hypersonic vehicles and rocket systems, propulsion systems for drones, missiles, loitering munitions, supersonic systems, space craft and launch systems, C5ISR and microwave electronic products for missile, radar, missile defense, space, satellite, counter UAS, directed energy, communication and other systems, and virtual &amp; augmented reality training systems for the warfighter. For more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=0a71JLqq56Mjmk0hm0kUHJH4gX50zCUChsjg9g07oDikrfRJUg7xrd43_O2WaaLCf9LxaG7OvQjRAeixMeJc4iO9itYqB9BtCQg_91t0hN0=" rel="noopener" target="_blank">www.KratosDefense.com</a> and follow Kratos on <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=TW6zUsysxt5O8GOfoc9E52lEWEtyLTZGJ9hWFEtPCoBDb0JfxSQDpDo1Ld9YnYOjKlA90ZVTKEd-xqd5Tax_d4Z9zpTysPVia2d-yzi4aBlrDnqOdnrVd42iF-HnyIUkv2kCflrhFhKj6Mp-J44q8g==" rel="noopener" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=-XThO7h4cexW5paqbyu-FG1Im7K3kACLD4RTkXkavUnI28Hdrvi7BS3XYl8Tj9AYUNI8_PI0oCWAIrNCHdtORA==" rel="noopener" target="_blank">X</a>.



Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements in this press release may constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are made on the basis of the current beliefs, expectations and assumptions of the management of Kratos and are subject to significant risks and uncertainty. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements. All such forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and Kratos undertakes no obligation to update or revise these statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Although Kratos believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, these statements involve many risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from what may be expressed or implied in these forward-looking statements. For a further discussion of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, as well as risks relating to the business of Kratos in general, see the risk disclosures in the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Kratos for the year ended December 28, 2025, and in subsequent reports on Forms 10-Q and 8-K and other filings made with the SEC by Kratos.



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October 12, 2026



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SAN DIEGO, Oct. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) &#8212; Kratos Defense &amp; Security Solutions, Inc., (NASDAQ: KTOS) a technology company in the defense, national security and global markets, and Airbus announced the successful completion of the first flight of the “U740-Valkyrie” in Europe. This key milestone confirms that Airbus and Kratos are on track to deliver a combat-ready uncrewed Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) by 2029, addressing the operational requirements of the German and other European Armed Forces.



Conducted at a test facility in Northern Europe, the flight achieved all objectives, including a runway-independent rocket-assisted take-off, maneuvers at various altitudes and speeds up to Mach 0.8, and in-flight mission adjustments. This debut paves the way for subsequent, more sophisticated flight tests with Airbus’ Multi-platform Autonomous Reconfigurable and Secure (MARS) mission system. Serving as the aircraft’s “European brain” and ensuring full control over software as well as mission applications, data and system hardware, MARS enables national German or European sovereignty from operational usage of the Valkyrie. MARS utilizes AI-enhanced software to conduct missions autonomously and coordinate entire mission groups. A strict control hierarchy ensures a human remains on the loop, guaranteeing all critical decisions comply with established rules of engagement, as well as ethical and legal standards.



“In an increasingly complex and contested threat environment, air forces require affordable combat mass today,” said Mike Schoellhorn, CEO of Airbus Defence and Space. “By pairing Kratos’ proven airframe as a ‘program of record’ with Airbus’ sovereign European mission system, we are able to offer a robust, sovereign, affordable, and combat-ready CCA system by the end of the decade. The Valkyrie will also play a critical role in enhancing crewed combat aircraft such as the Eurofighter with extended range, firepower, and survivability. The aircraft design enables operational resilience through its rail launch capability, while offering conventional, runway based, take-off and landing as an option.”



“First flights typically include plenty of learning opportunities, but with the maturity of the Valkyrie system and the well-integrated Airbus and Kratos team, this flight was an amazing success,” said Eric DeMarco, President and CEO of Kratos. “We’re proud to be partnering with Airbus on the CCA opportunities in Germany and other parts of the world. Combining the strengths of Kratos and Airbus enables the affordable Valkyrie system and Kratos’ CCA and drone manufacturing legacy to evolve with MARS and Airbus’ other high-capability subsystems, experience, and extensive knowledge across the full aerospace spectrum.”



The Airbus U740 takes off for its first flight in Europe &#8211; Airbus Defence and Space GmbH 2026



A photo accompanying this announcement is available athttps://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/87613527-0c46-44e0-8dbb-3edf3c324dec



About the U740 Valkyrie



With a length of 30 feet and a wingspan of 27 feet, the Valkyrie features an internal weapons bay for air-to-air and air-to-ground munitions. It has a maximum take-off weight of over 6,000 lbs, a range exceeding 3,000 miles, and a service ceiling of 45,000 feet. The U740 Valkyrie is engineered to operate autonomously or under the command of crewed fighters, such as the Eurofighter, to execute high-risk missions and protect crewed assets.



About&nbsp;Kratos Defense &amp; Security SolutionsKratos Defense &amp; Security Solutions, Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ: KTOS) is a technology, products, system and software company addressing the defense, national security, and commercial markets. Kratos makes true internally funded research, development, capital and other investments, to rapidly develop, produce and field solutions that address our customers’ mission critical needs and requirements. At Kratos, affordability is a technology, and we seek to utilize proven, leading-edge approaches and technology, not unproven bleeding edge approaches or technology, with Kratos’ approach designed to reduce cost, schedule and risk, enabling us to be first to market with cost effective solutions. We believe that Kratos is known as an innovative disruptive change agent in the industry, a company that is an expert in designing products and systems up front for successful rapid, large quantity, low-cost future manufacturing which is a value-add competitive differentiator for our large traditional prime system integrator partners and also to our government and commercial customers. Kratos intends to pursue program and contract opportunities as the prime or lead contractor when we believe that our probability of win (PWin) is high and any investment required by Kratos is within our capital resource comfort level. We intend to partner and team with a large, traditional system integrator when our assessment of PWin is greater or required investment is beyond Kratos’ comfort level. Kratos’ primary business areas include virtualized ground systems for satellites and space vehicles including software for command &amp; control (C2) and telemetry, tracking and control (TT&amp;C), jet powered unmanned aerial drone systems, hypersonic vehicles and rocket systems, propulsion systems for drones, missiles, loitering munitions, supersonic systems, space craft and launch systems, C5ISR and microwave electronic products for missile, radar, missile defense, space, satellite, counter UAS, directed energy, communication and other systems, and virtual &amp; augmented reality training systems for the warfighter. For more information, visit&nbsp;www.KratosDefense.com and follow Kratos on LinkedIn and X.



Notice Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsCertain statements in this press release may constitute &#8220;forward-looking statements&#8221; within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are made on the basis of the current beliefs, expectations and assumptions of the management of Kratos and are subject to significant risks and uncertainty. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements. All such forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and Kratos undertakes no obligation to update or revise these statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Although Kratos believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, these statements involve many risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from what may be expressed or implied in these forward-looking statements. For a further discussion of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, as well as risks relating to the business of Kratos in general, see the risk disclosures in the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Kratos for the year ended December 28, 2025, and in subsequent reports on Forms 10-Q and 8-K and other filings made with the SEC by Kratos.



Press Contact:Claire Cantrellclaire.cantrell@kratosdefense.com



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Release - Airbus U740 Valkyrie Uncrewed Combat Aircraft Takes off for First European Test Flight

American households are growing more pessimistic about the economy. The University of Michigan’s preliminary October consumer sentiment index fell to 46.3, down from 48.1 in September and below the 47.3 reading economists had expected. It marks the weakest level in five months and underscores how persistently high prices are shaping the mood of the American consumer.



Cost of living is the common thread



Survey director Joanne Hsu said frustration over the cost of living keeps building, and that consumers across the political spectrum believe the economy has lost ground since the start of the year. With midterm elections 25 days away, sentiment improved among both Democrats and Republicans, but a decline among independents more than offset those gains.



The pain is uneven. Lower-income households and those with smaller stock portfolios, the groups with the least cushion against rising prices, saw sentiment decline this month. That divide matters: a market rally does little for the families that don’t own much of the market.



Inflation expectations are moving the wrong way



Consumers now expect prices to rise 4.7% over the next year, up from 4.6% in September and well above the 3.4% recorded in February, when the Middle East conflict and the resulting energy shock began. Long-run expectations ticked up to 3.5% from 3.4%, and they have stayed above the 2.8%–3.2% range seen in 2024. Expectations matter because they can become self-reinforcing, influencing wage demands and pricing decisions.



Energy is a major driver. Gas prices are up more than $1.50 a gallon on average since the war began, according to AAA, and have held above $4 since mid-summer.



Borrowing costs add pressure



Rates are compounding the problem. The 10-year Treasury yield has climbed above 5%, with some analysts warning it could approach 6%, a level not seen since 2000. That flows directly into household borrowing: Freddie Mac reports the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose to 7.4% this week, a three-year high. Concerns about a national debt now above $40 trillion are also weighing on consumer views of buying conditions.



Why it matters for investors



Consumer spending drives roughly two-thirds of U.S. economic activity, so sentiment readings are worth watching. A weak mood combined with elevated inflation expectations leaves the Federal Reserve in a difficult spot: easing is harder to justify when households expect higher prices, but tighter financial conditions risk squeezing the consumer further. Retail, housing-related, and consumer discretionary names are the most exposed if sentiment keeps deteriorating and spending follows.



What to watch next



The October figure is preliminary, and the final reading is due later this month. Investors should watch whether sentiment stabilizes or keeps sliding, whether year-ahead inflation expectations push further above 4.7%, and how the 10-year yield behaves as it flirts with higher levels. Gas prices and mortgage rates will also be telling: if they ease, the pressure on households could lift; if they keep climbing, the sentiment gap between higher- and lower-income consumers may widen further.

American households are growing more pessimistic about the economy. The University of Michigan’s preliminary October consumer sentiment index fell to 46.3, down from 48.1 in September and below the 47.3 reading economists had expected. It marks the weakest level in five months and underscores how persistently high prices are shaping the mood of the American consumer.



Cost of living is the common thread



Survey director Joanne Hsu said frustration over the cost of living keeps building, and that consumers across the political spectrum believe the economy has lost ground since the start of the year. With midterm elections 25 days away, sentiment improved among both Democrats and Republicans, but a decline among independents more than offset those gains.



The pain is uneven. Lower-income households and those with smaller stock portfolios, the groups with the least cushion against rising prices, saw sentiment decline this month. That divide matters: a market rally does little for the families that don’t own much of the market.



Inflation expectations are moving the wrong way



Consumers now expect prices to rise 4.7% over the next year, up from 4.6% in September and well above the 3.4% recorded in February, when the Middle East conflict and the resulting energy shock began. Long-run expectations ticked up to 3.5% from 3.4%, and they have stayed above the 2.8%–3.2% range seen in 2024. Expectations matter because they can become self-reinforcing, influencing wage demands and pricing decisions.



Energy is a major driver. Gas prices are up more than $1.50 a gallon on average since the war began, according to AAA, and have held above $4 since mid-summer.



Borrowing costs add pressure



Rates are compounding the problem. The 10-year Treasury yield has climbed above 5%, with some analysts warning it could approach 6%, a level not seen since 2000. That flows directly into household borrowing: Freddie Mac reports the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose to 7.4% this week, a three-year high. Concerns about a national debt now above $40 trillion are also weighing on consumer views of buying conditions.



Why it matters for investors



Consumer spending drives roughly two-thirds of U.S. economic activity, so sentiment readings are worth watching. A weak mood combined with elevated inflation expectations leaves the Federal Reserve in a difficult spot: easing is harder to justify when households expect higher prices, but tighter financial conditions risk squeezing the consumer further. Retail, housing-related, and consumer discretionary names are the most exposed if sentiment keeps deteriorating and spending follows.



What to watch next



The October figure is preliminary, and the final reading is due later this month. Investors should watch whether sentiment stabilizes or keeps sliding, whether year-ahead inflation expectations push further above 4.7%, and how the 10-year yield behaves as it flirts with higher levels. Gas prices and mortgage rates will also be telling: if they ease, the pressure on households could lift; if they keep climbing, the sentiment gap between higher- and lower-income consumers may widen further.

Consumer Sentiment Slides to a Five-Month Low as Cost-of-Living Frustration Builds

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A compelling performance-based marketing model. Paradium.AI commits significant marketing resources through its media platforms to participating retailers at no cost, while Paradium.AI, Cesar Millan, and Xcel share performance-based royalties. We believe this creates an attractive proposition for retailers by providing substantial promotional support while aligning all parties' interests around generating sales.



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An important evolution of the creator-commerce model. Xcel Brands announced a partnership with Paradium.AI to launch PetHelpful x Trust·Respect·Love by Cesar Millan, combining Parade&#8217;s extensive digital publishing network with Cesar Millan&#8217;s global recognition and authentic content. We believe the collaboration marks an important evolution in Xcel&#8217;s strategy, leveraging AI-powered content to convert strong consumer awareness into retail sales.



A compelling performance-based marketing model. Paradium.AI commits significant marketing resources through its media platforms to participating retailers at no cost, while Paradium.AI, Cesar Millan, and Xcel share performance-based royalties. We believe this creates an attractive proposition for retailers by providing substantial promotional support while aligning all parties&#8217; interests around generating sales.



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1Q27 Results.&nbsp;Revenue was $98.1 million compared to $120.2 million in 1Q26 and our $100 million estimate. Adjusted EBITDA was a loss of $3.6 million compared to $3.1 million in 1Q26 and our projected $5.5 million loss. Adjusted net loss was $0.16/sh. versus EPS of $0.03 in 1Q26 and our $0.22/sh. loss estimate. The earnings improvement relative to our forecast is encouraging, although it does not change the need for higher billable activity.



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Overview.&nbsp;Resources Connection&#8217;s first-quarter results were within management&#8217;s revenue and gross margin outlook, while lower operating expenses helped profitability exceed our July projections. However, the Company has yet to demonstrate sustained revenue improvement. We believe pricing discipline and ongoing cost actions provide a foundation for recovery, but weak consultant utilization and recent cash consumption leave less room for an extended turnaround.



1Q27 Results.&nbsp;Revenue was $98.1 million compared to $120.2 million in 1Q26 and our $100 million estimate. Adjusted EBITDA was a loss of $3.6 million compared to $3.1 million in 1Q26 and our projected $5.5 million loss. Adjusted net loss was $0.16/sh. versus EPS of $0.03 in 1Q26 and our $0.22/sh. loss estimate. The earnings improvement relative to our forecast is encouraging, although it does not change the need for higher billable activity.



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Coal fundamentals support a constructive outlook. Alliance Resource Partners is the second-largest coal producer in the eastern United States and benefits from a competitive cost structure and strong earnings visibility based on contracted sales. More than 99% of expected 2026 coal volumes are committed and priced, while approximately 85% of anticipated 2027 volumes are contracted. Growing electricity demand and a more supportive regulatory environment could extend coal-fired power plant lives and strengthen demand for thermal coal.



Royalties strengthen the growth profile. Alliance continues to expand its high-margin oil and gas royalty business, supported by more than $1 billion invested in mineral interests. The recent $206.2 million AllDale acquisition expanded its portfolio to approximately 115,680 net royalty acres, including more than 44,770 acres in the Permian Basin. We expect royalties to contribute increasingly to earnings and cash flow without the capital requirements of operated properties.



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Coal fundamentals support a constructive outlook. Alliance Resource Partners is the second-largest coal producer in the eastern United States and benefits from a competitive cost structure and strong earnings visibility based on contracted sales. More than 99% of expected 2026 coal volumes are committed and priced, while approximately 85% of anticipated 2027 volumes are contracted. Growing electricity demand and a more supportive regulatory environment could extend coal-fired power plant lives and strengthen demand for thermal coal.



Royalties strengthen the growth profile. Alliance continues to expand its high-margin oil and gas royalty business, supported by more than $1 billion invested in mineral interests. The recent $206.2 million AllDale acquisition expanded its portfolio to approximately 115,680 net royalty acres, including more than 44,770 acres in the Permian Basin. We expect royalties to contribute increasingly to earnings and cash flow without the capital requirements of operated properties.



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