Atlas Salt Announces $10 Million Bought Deal LIFE Financing

Atlas Salt Inc. has entered into an agreement with Ventum Financial Corp. and Raymond James Ltd. to raise $10 million through a bought deal private placement of 8.33 million common shares at $1.20 per share. The net proceeds will fund early works, site preparation, engineering, permitting, and project financing for the Great Atlantic Salt Project. The offering is expected to close on June 11, 2026, subject to TSX Venture Exchange approval.

05/31/2026, 7:22 PM • GlobeNewswire

Atlas Salt annonce un financement par prise ferme de 10 millions de dollars aux termes de la dispense pour financement de l’émetteur coté (LIFE)

Atlas Salt Inc. announced a $10 million bought deal financing through a firm commitment offering of 8.33 million common shares at $1.20 per share, with underwriters Ventum Financial Corp. and Raymond James Ltd. The proceeds will fund preliminary work, engineering design, permitting, and environmental studies for the Great Atlantic Salt Project, with closing expected around June 11, 2026.

05/31/2026, 7:22 PM • GlobeNewswire

My ’Do Nothing’ Stocks Just Might Do Something

Value investor John Dorfman highlights five underperforming stocks that have remained flat over the past year but show promise for future growth. These 'Do-Nothing Club' stocks include Raymond James Financial, Gentex Corp, EQT Corp, Banner Corp, and Korn Ferry, which Dorfman believes are overlooked by analysts despite strong fundamentals. Historically, his Do-Nothing Club recommendations have averaged 16.6% annual returns versus 10.4% for the S&P 500.

05/21/2026, 5:32 AM • Investing

South Street Securities Holdings Inc. Acquires 100% Equity Interest in Lime Funding LLC, an Asset-Backed Commercial Paper Conduit

South Street Securities Holdings Inc. announced the acquisition of 100% equity interest in Lime Funding LLC, an asset-backed commercial paper conduit, on February 28, 2026. The acquisition integrates Lime Funding into South Street's securities finance platform in partnership with GreensLedge Advisors LLC and Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, aiming to expand scalable funding solutions for corporate borrowers and investors.

05/12/2026, 9:30 AM • Benzinga

Why Aerovironment Stock Popped And Then Dropped Today

AeroVironment stock surged 20% at market open following the Iran attack, as investors favored defense stocks. However, the gains reversed when Space News reported that the Pentagon is reopening the $1.4 billion SCAR contract for competitive bidding, which had been awarded to AeroVironment's BlueHalo subsidiary. This contract represents nearly half of the company's $2.8 billion backlog. Raymond James responded with a triple downgrade from strong buy to underperform, sending the stock down 19.7% by day's end.

03/02/2026, 2:31 PM • The Motley Fool

The 'AI-Phobia' Hammered These 4 Sectors: Time To Buy The Dip?

Market sentiment has shifted from 'AI-phoria' to 'AI-phobia,' causing significant selloffs in Software, Brokers, Insurers, and Asset Managers. Investors fear AI-native tools will disintermediate traditional service providers, compressing valuations across these sectors. While forward P/E ratios have fallen dramatically, the core concern remains whether earnings durability will hold as AI competition intensifies.

02/12/2026, 10:38 AM • Benzinga

Raymond James To Acquire Clark Capital Management Group

Raymond James Financial announced it has agreed to acquire Clark Capital Management Group, a Philadelphia-based asset management firm with $46 billion in assets under management. The acquisition, expected to close in Q3 2026, will see Clark Capital operate as an independent boutique within Raymond James Investment Management while maintaining its brand and leadership team. The deal strengthens Raymond James' multi-boutique asset management structure and positions it as a leading player in advisor-focused channels.

01/15/2026, 8:33 AM • Benzinga

Rio2 Announces Upsize of Previously Announced Bought Deal Financing to C$166 Million

Rio2 Limited has expanded its mining operations by increasing a financing deal from C$140 million to C$166 million to support the acquisition of the Condestable Mine in Peru, positioning itself as a diversified Latin American gold and copper miner.

12/08/2025, 9:08 PM • GlobeNewswire

3 Finance Stocks Leaving Coal in Investors Stockings

The article highlights three finance stocks that could underperform in 2026 due to potential economic challenges, including lower interest rates and credit market risks.

12/08/2025, 12:03 PM • Investing

BluMetric Announces Acquisition of DS Consultants and $15 Million Brokered Offering

BluMetric Environmental Inc. has agreed to acquire DS Consultants Inc. for up to $22.5 million and simultaneously announced a $15 million brokered equity offering to help finance the transaction. The acquisition will expand BluMetric's engineering and environmental consulting capabilities in the Greater Toronto Area.

12/01/2025, 4:28 PM • Benzinga

WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conferences

WEBTOON Entertainment's CFO and COO, David J. Lee, will participate in multiple investor conferences in November and December 2025, including events by J.P. Morgan, Morgan Stanley, UBS, and Raymond James.

11/13/2025, 5:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Ressources Cerro de Pasco annonce un placement privé d’un maximum de 15M $

Cerro de Pasco Resources plans a private placement of up to 31,250,000 units at $0.48 per unit, targeting a maximum gross proceeds of $15 million. The funds will be used for technical, environmental, and engineering work on the Quiulacocha tailings project.

10/20/2025, 10:40 PM • GlobeNewswire

Cerro de Pasco Resources Announces Private Placements of up to $15 Million

Cerro de Pasco Resources is conducting a private placement offering of up to 31,250,000 units at $0.48 per unit, targeting gross proceeds of $15 million to advance the Quiulacocha Tailings Project and support general corporate purposes.

10/20/2025, 9:12 PM • GlobeNewswire

EQ and Raymond James Partner to Offer Clients a Comprehensive Equity Stock Plan Solution

EQ has partnered with Raymond James to provide an integrated equity management platform, combining EQ's EquiTrax technology with Raymond James' wealth management services to support corporate clients and their equity plan participants.

10/15/2025, 1:00 PM • GlobeNewswire

Fidus Investment Corporation Prices Public Offering of $100 Million of 6.750% Notes Due 2030

Fidus Investment Corporation announced a public offering of $100 million in additional notes due 2030, bringing the total outstanding notes to $200 million. The company plans to use the proceeds to redeem existing 4.75% notes due in 2026.

10/01/2025, 4:35 PM • Benzinga