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HONG KONG, July 28, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) will hold the third Hong Kong Shopping Festival to align with measures outlined in the Chief Executive’s Policy Address and Budget to help Hong Kong small and medium-sized enterprises expand their cross-border e-commerce business. Having focused on the Chinese Mainland market over the past two years, the event will extend to the ASEAN region for the first time, with Singapore and Malaysia as primary markets with plans to gradually expand into other countries in the future.The Hong Kong Shopping Festival (Chinese Mainland) will be held from 1 to 20 August and feature more than 280 brands, while the ASEAN version will take place from 21 to 27 September showcasing around 100 brands. Together, the two editions have attracted a record number of participating brands online.As the flagship event of HKTDC’s E-commerce Express, the Hong Kong Shopping Festival’s theme this year is “Hong Kong Trends, Curated Finds” and features seven major product categories, including health supplements, food and beverages, personal care and cosmetics, home and living, apparel and accessories, products for the silver economy, and a newly added designer toys category. Consumers will enjoy a wide range of exclusive discounts alongside live-streaming sales events, providing a one-stop platform to discover quality products from Hong Kong businesses.The Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government, Paul Chan, has once again filmed a promotional video for the event. He said: "Empowered by technology, the landscape of trade and retail is undergoing profound change, and e-commerce has become a vital channel for both local and cross-boundary sales. The HKSAR Government is committed to supporting local enterprises in their digital transformation and in expanding their cross-boundary e-commerce operations. This year, while continuing to strengthen its presence on Mainland e-commerce platforms, the Hong Kong Shopping Festival is entering the ASEAN e-commerce market for the first time, helping Hong Kong’s brands and products reach more consumers across geographies and seize the new opportunities created by the region's thriving e-commerce sector. The Government will continue to pursue a multi-pronged approach, supporting the Hong Kong Trade Development Council and relevant organisations in providing more comprehensive support to local enterprises—from funding, market intelligence and industry networks to talent training—to help them open up new markets, tell the good stories of Hong Kong, and deepen the world's appreciation of the brand value of Hong Kong products."Jacky Chung, Associate Executive Director of HKTDC, said: “Hong Kong businesses have long been recognised for their quality products and trusted reputation, giving them strong competitive advantages in both the Mainland and ASEAN markets. Cross-border e-commerce is an important channel for companies seeking to expand into different markets. Through the Hong Kong Shopping Festival, HKTDC integrates training, professional consultancy, live-streaming promotion and practical sales opportunities to help enterprises progress from learning e-commerce to excelling in e-commerce. Building on our efforts to deepen engagement into the Mainland market, we are extending the event to Singapore and Malaysia this year with the aim of enhancing Hong Kong companies’ digital marketing capabilities and brand influence, strengthening the foundation for expanding into both the Mainland and ASEAN markets.”According to a Q1 2026 survey conducted by HKTDC Research, 46% of Hong Kong exporters are already engaged in cross-border e-commerce, while another 20% plan to adopt online sales channels over the next 12 months, reflecting the industry’s proactive efforts to seize the opportunities presented by e-commerce.Bruce Pang, Director of Research of HKTDC, said: “As the world’s largest e-commerce market, the Chinese Mainland is enjoying a sustained consumption upgrade, with robust online demand for premium, distinctive and stylish products. Meanwhile, the ASEAN e-commerce market is developing rapidly. Malaysia and Singapore are the stand-outs thanks to their relatively high purchasing power, with both ranking as regional leaders in terms of e-commerce penetration and growth momentum, while also presenting tremendous business opportunities for Hong Kong companies. In the increasingly competitive market landscape, Hong Kong businesses should make good use of their established reputation for quality, credibility and international appeal. At the same time, they should leverage their expertise in logistics, supply chain management, marketing and cross-border e-commerce services to introduce high-quality, innovative overseas products to the Mainland market, while also actively expanding their ASEAN customer base. By embracing e-commerce and evolving from traditional trading models towards a more diversified market strategy, businesses can unlock new sources of growth while diversifying their operational and market risks.”Building on the success of previous editions, the third Hong Kong Shopping Festival will introduce a host of new initiatives. The Mainland edition will kick off in August in collaboration with major Mainland e-commerce and social media platforms, featuring 600 unique products in a dedicated promotional campaign for Hong Kong’s brands and products. A series of traffic-driving promotions and advertising campaigns will be rolled out across Taobao, JD.com and Douyin, with dedicated campaign landing pages established on all three platforms. The newly upgraded official Hong Kong Shopping Festival website will serve as a one-stop information hub, bringing together participating brand profiles, product offers, live-streaming schedules and other event highlights, making it easier for consumers to browse and purchase products.Live-stream e-commerce will remain a key promotional pillar of the Festival. This year, HKTDC will invite renowned Mainland livestreamers and their teams, including those from Austin Li Live, Allen Lin Live and TVB Select (Hong Kong Premium Collection) Live, to host a total of 30 live-streaming sessions. A new “Behind-the-Brand” livestream series will also debut this year. Mainland livestreaming teams will travel to Hong Kong and take consumers on immersive tours of participating brands’ factories and retail stores, offering deeper insights into their production processes, brand stories and product features. The initiative aims to further enhance brand exposure while strengthening consumer confidence.To maximise publicity, HKTDC will launch an extensive online and offline promotional campaign. This includes inviting popular influencers from Xiaohongshu, Douyin and WeChat to visit Hong Kong and participate in a seeding campaign, introducing participating Hong Kong brands and products to Mainland consumers.The Hong Kong Shopping Festival will make its debut in Singapore and Malaysia this September. Through multi-channel promotional campaigns, the event will raise the profile of Hong Kong brands and products while providing participating companies with first-hand exposure to the operation of local e-commerce markets, enabling them to gain a deeper understanding of the regional e-commerce ecosystem and strengthening the foundation for future expansion across ASEAN.An official website will be launched for the ASEAN version, while cooperating with Shopee and Lazada, the two leading e-commerce platforms in Singapore and Malaysia, to open a special page for the event, showcasing around 300 featured products together with exclusive promotional offers. To further support Hong Kong businesses that have yet to establish a presence on e-commerce platforms in Singapore and Malaysia, the event will introduce a limited-time online store, providing a convenient channel for merchants to list and promote their products. The initiative will enable companies to test market response, gain practical experience and seize new business opportunities in the ASEAN market.At today’s press conference, representatives from brands participating in the Hong Kong Shopping Festival shared their e-commerce experiences and expectations. Vivian Tang, Executive Director of Wai Yuen Tong Medicine Company Limited, a returning participant, spoke about the brand’s experience in e-commerce marketing and promotional strategies developed through previous editions of the Festival. Meanwhile, Edmond Yung, Managing Director of ProFone (Hong Kong) Limited, which is participating for the first time this year, shared the company’s views on the prospects for e-commerce development, as well as its ambitions to expand into the Mainland and ASEAN markets.To help Hong Kong businesses strengthen their capabilities in operating across the Chinese Mainland and ASEAN e-commerce markets, HKTDC has introduced a comprehensive range of support measures. These include one-on-one professional consultancy services, through which industry experts tailor e-commerce strategies and market expansion plans according to each company’s products and brand positioning, helping businesses formulate market development strategies that best suit their needs in both the Mainland and ASEAN markets. For the first time, the Hong Kong Export Credit Insurance Corporation (HKECIC) has joined the programme to introduce export credit insurance and financing solutions specifically designed for cross-border e-commerce with the Mainland.Since December 2025, HKTDC has also organised a series of Chinese Mainland E-commerce Training Programmes, inviting experienced e-commerce experts and successful business representatives to share practical insights and real-life case studies. Recognising the diversity of market structures and e-commerce ecosystems across ASEAN, HKTDC will also roll out a series of value-added services focusing on the region. These include specialised seminars on ASEAN e-commerce, where industry experts will provide in-depth analysis of market developments, platform operations and practical digital marketing strategies, helping Hong Kong businesses gain a stronger understanding of regional market dynamics and compete more effectively in ASEAN.Hong Kong Shopping Festival (Chinese Mainland): https://hkshoppingfestival.hktdc.com/Hong Kong Shopping Festival (ASEAN): http://hkshoppingfestival-asean.hktdc.comRelated links:Hong Kong Adopts Cross-border E-commerce (Hong Kong Exporter Survey 1Q26): https://research.hktdc.com/en/article/MjI4MDMyMTczNAPresentation: https://bit.ly/3TVhIcwPress conference photos and promotional video from HKSAR Government Financial Secretary Paul Chan: https://bit.ly/4hzNkhDJacky Chung, Associate Executive Director of HKTDC(second from left); Bruce Pang, Director of Research of HKTDC (second from right); Vivian Tang, Executive Director of Wai Yuen Tong Medicine Company Limited (first from left); and Edmond Yung, Managing Director of ProFone (Hong Kong) Limited (first from right) attended today’s press conference for the third Hong Kong Shopping FestivalThe HKSAR Government provides full support to the Hong Kong Shopping Festival. Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR Government, filmed a promotional videoJacky Chung, Associate Executive Director of HKTDC, said that through the Hong Kong Shopping Festival, HKTDC integrates training, professional consultancy, live-streaming promotion and a practical sales platform to help businesses progress from learning e-commerce to excelling in e-commerceBruce Pang, Director of Research of HKTDC, said that as the world’s largest e-commerce market, Chinese Mainland continues to benefit from the ongoing upward consumption trend, with online consumers showing strong demand for premium, distinctive and trendy products. Meanwhile, ASEAN’s e-commerce market is developing rapidly. Malaysia and Singapore, in particular, enjoy relatively high purchasing power and rank among the region's leaders in e-commerce usage and growth momentum, presenting tremendous business opportunities for Hong Kong companiesThe Hong Kong Shopping Festival has focused on the Chinese Mainland market over the past two years and is expanding into the ASEAN market for the first time this year, helping Hong Kong businesses develop new sales channels and enhance their brand awareness across the regionMedia EnquiriesYuan Tung Financial Relations:Louise Song Tel: (852) 3428 5691 Email: lsong@yuantung.com.hkTiffany Leung Tel: (852) 3428 2361 Email: tleung@yuantung.com.hkHKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs DepartmentKaty Wong Tel: (852) 2584 4524 Email: katy.ky.wong@hktdc.orgSerena Cheung Tel: (852) 2584 4572 Email: serena.hm.cheung@hktdc.orgHKTDC Media Room: https://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enAbout HKTDC The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. The HKTDC is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via trade publications, research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Eight-tonne pilot produces approximately 850 kg of high-grade graphite concentrate for customer testing, advanced product development and potential strategic partnerships and offtakeHighlightsPremium Mechanical Concentrate: Eight tonnes of Lac Knife ore were processed into approximately 850 kg of concentrate grading up to 98.7% carbon using conventional mechanical concentration methods alone, without chemical or thermal purification.High-Grade Pilot Feed: The pilot feed had an average head grade of 18.9% total carbon, demonstrating the naturally high-grade character Lac Knife material.Flowsheet Confirmed: The pilot program confirmed the previously developed Lac Knife process flowsheet, with optimization focused on increasing concentrate grade within the finer fractions while preserving the integrity and value of the larger flake fractions.Qualification Platform Activated: Qualification-scale material has been produced and is now being allocated to purification, battery-material and specialty graphite programs intended to support customer evaluation, product validation and potential partnership and offtake pathways across unmanned systems, defence, energy storage and industrial markets.Ottawa, Ontario--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - July 28, 2026) - Focus Graphite Inc. (TSXV: FMS) (OTCQB: FCSMF) (FSE: FKC0) ("Focus" or the "Company"), a Canadian developer of high-grade flake graphite deposits and advanced graphite materials for battery, defence and industrial applications, is pleased to announce the completion of its eight-tonne Pilot Processing Program (the "Program") using ore from its 100%-owned Lac Knife Graphite Project ("Lac Knife" or the "Project"), located near Fermont, Quebec. The Program was completed by SGS Canada Inc. ("SGS") and was previously announced by the Company (see March 3, 2026 Press Release). To further support downstream product development and customer evaluation demand, the Company expanded the Program from the originally planned six tonnes to approximately eight tonnes of Lac Knife ore.The pilot feed had an average head grade of 18.9% total carbon (C), as determined by LECO analysis. Preliminary results from the Program produced approximately 850 kilograms of premium graphite concentrate grading between 95.0% and 98.7% C by Loss on Ignition ("LOI") across the concentrate size fractions. These results were achieved using mechanical concentration methods alone, without chemical or thermal purification.The preliminary results are consistent with, and further validate, the conventional process flowsheet developed through the Company's earlier SGS pilot program, which formed the basis of the 2023 Feasibility Study Update. That work demonstrated an average graphite concentrate grade of 97.8% carbon at 90.7% total graphite recovery, providing the technical foundation for the Lac Knife Project's planned commercial operation.The Program also produced a qualification-scale inventory of representative graphite concentrate for downstream product development and customer evaluation while confirming the previously developed Lac Knife process flowsheet. Mechanical optimization remains ongoing to further improve concentrate grades within the finer fractions while preserving the integrity and value of the larger flake fractions.High Grade Changes the Processing EquationProducing concentrate grading up to 98.7% C through mechanical concentration alone provides Focus with a premium starting material before purification. The Company believes these results reflect the inherent grade, mineralogy and quality of Lac Knife ore.A higher-grade starting material has the potential to reduce downstream processing requirements while expanding the range of high-value graphite products that can be economically pursued.The results reinforce Lac Knife as the upstream foundation of Focus's broader mine-to-market graphite platform.Material in Hand Unlocks QualificationThe approximately 850 kilograms of concentrate produced through the Program is now being prepared and shipped for value-added testing, product development and customer evaluation.Representative material is the foundation of commercialization. Customers cannot qualify products, optimize processes or evaluate performance without sufficient material for testing. Completion of the Program removes that constraint by providing representative, qualification-scale material for customer evaluation across multiple downstream workstreams.Lac Knife concentrate is now being allocated to:High-Purity Graphite: Thermal purification targeting 99.99% C by LOI and chemical purification targeting greater than 99.95% C by LOI.Battery Anode Materials: Purified micronized graphite powders, spheroidized purified graphite ("SPG") and coated spheroidized purified graphite ("cSPG"), targeting greater than 99.95% C by LOI.Industrial & Specialty Graphite: Expandable and expanded graphite targeting greater than 97% C by LOI.These programs are intended to generate specification-driven graphite materials for customer evaluation, product validation and commercial development.A systematic battery materials qualification program is also underway to evaluate Lac Knife-derived materials for conventional battery systems and higher-value lithium-ion applications, including unmanned systems across air, land and maritime domains, electric vehicles and stationary energy storage. The qualification-scale material produced through the Program will support ongoing development initiatives with U.S.-based technology partners, including Charge CCCV LLC ("C4V") and Forge Nano Inc. ("Forge Nano"), as Focus advances battery anode materials and other high-value graphite products.Successful downstream testing may support future strategic partnerships, product sales and potential offtake opportunities. There can be no assurance that current testing or evaluation programs will result in commercial agreements."The exceptional result is not simply that we achieved a concentrate grading up to 98.7% carbon-it is that we achieved it through a conventional mechanical flowsheet, before chemical or thermal purification even begins," said Dean Hanisch, Chief Executive Officer of Focus Graphite. "Producing a concentrate of this quality through normal processing is unusual and demonstrates the inherent grade, liberation characteristics and mineral quality of Lac Knife. It gives us a premium starting material that may materially improve the downstream processing equation.""Commercially, our biggest barrier has never been demand-it was material," said Jason Latkowcer, Vice President of Corporate Development. "Customers can't qualify products they can't test. This Program changes that. We now have approximately 850 kilograms of representative Lac Knife concentrate moving through purification, battery-material development and customer evaluation programs. That's how resources become products, products become qualified, and qualification creates the opportunity for strategic partnerships and potential offtake. Over the coming months, representative Lac Knife material will be shipped to customers, laboratories and technology partners across multiple international markets, marking an important step in our commercialization strategy."As previously announced on December 8, 2025, the Company formalized a funding agreement for up to $14.1 million in non-repayable contributions under Natural Resources Canada's ("NRCan") Global Partnerships Initiative ("GPI"). The funding supports Focus's electrothermal purification demonstration system, which is intended to produce ultra-high-purity graphite and advanced graphite materials in Canada. Representative Lac Knife concentrate produced through the Program will provide feedstock for this government-supported initiative while also supporting the Company's broader downstream product development and customer evaluation programs.It should be noted that while results are consistent with expectations, they may not fully represent the variability of the entire deposit. Focus intends to conduct larger scale testing in the future.The Company will provide further updates as sample shipments, downstream testing and product development activities progress.Qualified PersonThe technical content disclosed in this news release was reviewed and approved by Richard Pearce, PE, President of Brasil Insight Capital LLC., a consultant to the Company, and a qualified person as defined under National Instrument NI 43-101.About Focus Graphite Advanced Materials Inc. Focus Graphite Advanced Materials is redefining the future of critical minerals with two 100% owned world-class graphite projects and cutting-edge battery technology. Our flagship Lac Knife project stands as one of the most advanced high-purity graphite deposits in North America, with a fully completed feasibility study. Lac Knife is set to become a key supplier for the battery, defense, and advanced materials industries.Our Lac Tetepisca project further strengthens our portfolio, with the potential to be one of the largest and highest-purity and grade graphite deposits in North America. At Focus, we go beyond mining - we are pioneering environmentally sustainable processing solutions and innovative battery technologies, including our patent-pending silicon-enhanced spheroidized graphite, designed to enhance battery performance and efficiency.Our commitment to innovation ensures an eco-friendly supply chain from mine to market. Collaboration is at the core of our vision. We actively partner with industry leaders, research institutions, and government agencies to accelerate the commercialization of next-generation graphite materials. As a North American company, we are dedicated to securing a resilient, locally sourced supply of critical minerals - reducing dependence on foreign-controlled markets and driving the transition to a sustainable future.For more information on Focus Graphite Inc. please visit http://www.focusgraphite.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/focus-graphite/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/focusgraphiteX: https://x.com/focusgraphiteInvestors Contact: Dean HanischCEO, Focus Graphite Inc.dhanisch@focusgraphite.com+1 (613) 612-6060Jason LatkowcerVP Corporate Developmentjlatkowcer@focusgraphite.comCautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsCertain statements contained in this press release constitute forward-looking information. These statements relate to future events or future performance. The use of any of the words "could," "intend," "expect," "believe," "will," "projected," "estimated," and similar expressions, as well as statements relating to matters that are not historical facts, are intended to identify forward-looking information and are based on the Company's current beliefs or assumptions as to the outcome and timing of such future events.In particular, this press release contains forward-looking information regarding, among other things: the interpretation of the preliminary results of the Company's Pilot Processing Program; the continued optimization of the Lac Knife process flowsheet; the anticipated performance and characteristics of graphite concentrate produced from the Lac Knife Graphite Project; the production of high-purity graphite and value-added graphite materials; the allocation and use of representative graphite concentrate for purification, battery-material development, specialty graphite applications, customer evaluation and product validation programs; the anticipated shipment of representative material to customers, laboratories and technology partners; the advancement of downstream product development initiatives, including collaborations with Charge CCCV LLC ("C4V"), Forge Nano Inc. and other technology partners; the potential development of strategic partnerships, commercial agreements and offtake arrangements; the anticipated benefits of the Company's electrothermal purification demonstration system supported under Natural Resources Canada's Global Partnerships Initiative; the future development, construction and operation of the Lac Knife Graphite Project; the Company's mine-to-market strategy; and the Company's ability to advance the commercialization of graphite materials and secure the funding, regulatory approvals, permits and commercial arrangements necessary to support its business objectives.Forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, risks related to market conditions, regulatory approvals, changes in economic conditions, the ability to raise sufficient funds on acceptable terms or at all, operational risks associated with mineral exploration and development, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's public disclosure documents available under its profile on SEDAR+.The forward-looking information contained in this release is made as of the date hereof, and the Company is not obligated to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws. Because of the risks, uncertainties, and assumptions contained herein, investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information.Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/306887 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

BRISBANE, AUS, July 27, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Graphene Manufacturing Group Ltd. (TSXV: GMG) (OTCQX: GMGMF) ("GMG" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that Blackwoods will distribute GMG Products in Australia. Blackwoods will distribute GMG's liquid graphene products: G® LUBRICANT and THERMAL-XR®.Blackwoods is Australia's leading supplier of industrial and safety solutions, supporting businesses of all sizes across mining, manufacturing, construction, transport, government, utilities and other critical industries. Established in 1878 and part of the Wesfarmers Group (ASX: WES), Blackwoods provides an extensive range of over 300,000 products spanning safety, personal protective equipment, tools, workwear, maintenance, repair and operations supplies, and specialised industrial solutions.Blackwoods operates a national network of branches, distribution centres and online platforms, supported by more than 2,000 team members and a dedicated field sales force.John Veitch, Blackwoods Category Manager for Australia, commented "Blackwoods is pleased to add GMG's innovative graphene-enhanced products to our industrial product offering across Australia. Our customers are continually looking for practical solutions that support equipment reliability, operational efficiency and improved asset performance. We see G® LUBRICANT and THERMAL-XR® as strong additions to our range and look forward to supporting their availability through our branch, sales and distribution network."Craig Nicol, CEO & Managing Director of the Company, commented "We are very pleased to have Blackwoods distribute G® LUBRICANT and THERMAL-XR® in Australia. Blackwoods has an excellent reputation, extensive customer reach and a strong industrial distribution network, making them an ideal channel partner for GMG as we continue to commercialise our graphene-enhanced products. Blackwoods' focus on industrial customers, safety, quality and reliable supply aligns strongly with GMG's approach to bringing practical graphene solutions to market. We believe this relationship can help increase customer access to G® LUBRICANT and THERMAL-XR® across a wide range of industrial and commercial applications."Jack Perkowski, Non-Executive Chairman and Director of the Company, commented: "This is an important commercial development for GMG. Partnering with a leading industrial distributor such as Blackwoods provides GMG with an established route to market in Australia and supports our strategy of scaling sales through high-quality distribution partners. Blackwoods' extensive branch network, sales capability and customer relationships provide a strong platform for GMG's products. The Board is pleased to see continued progress in building the commercial foundations for GMG's graphene products."About GMG:GMG is an Australian based clean-technology company which develops, makes and sells graphene enhanced products manufactured where the graphene is made via in house production process. GMG uses its own proprietary production process to decompose natural gas (i.e. methane) into its natural elements, carbon (as graphene), hydrogen and some residual hydrocarbon gases. This process produces high quality, low cost, scalable, 'tuneable' and low/no contaminant graphene suitable for use in clean-technology and other applications.The Company's present focus is to de-risk and develop commercial scale-up capabilities, and secure market applications. In the energy savings segment, GMG has initially focused on graphene enhanced heating, ventilation and air conditioning ("HVAC-R") coating (or energy-saving coating) which is now being marketed into other applications including electronic heat sinks, industrial process plants and data centres. Another product GMG has developed is the graphene lubricant additive focused on saving liquid fuels initially for diesel engines.In the energy storage segment, GMG and the University of Queensland are working collaboratively with financial support from the Australian Government to progress R&D and commercialization of graphene aluminium-ion batteries ("G+AI Batteries"). GMG has also developed a graphene additive slurry that is aimed at improving the performance of lithium-ion batteries.GMG's 4 critical business objectives are:Produce Graphene and improve/scale cell production processesBuild Revenue from Energy Savings ProductsDevelop Next-Generation BatteryDevelop Supply Chain, Partners & Project Execution CapabilityFor further information please contact:Craig Nicol, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director of the Company at craig.nicol@graphenemg.com, +61 415 445 223Leo Karabelas at Focus Communications Investor Relations, leo@fcir.ca, +1 647 689 6041Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsThis news release includes certain statements and information that may constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian and U.S. securities laws. Forward-looking statements relate to future events or future performance and reflect the expectations or beliefs of management of the Company regarding future events. Generally, forward-looking statements and information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "intends", "believes" "expects" or "anticipates", or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "should", "would" or will "potentially" or "likely" occur. This information and these statements, referred to herein as "forward‐looking statements", are not historical facts, are made as of the date of this news release and include without limitation, statements regarding: the anticipated distribution of G® LUBRICANT and THERMAL-XR® by Blackwoods, the potential for Blackwoods to distribute additional GMG products, alignment between Blackwoods and GMG and its impact on bringing GMG's graphene solutions to market, Blackwoods' role in increasing customer access to G® LUBRICANT and THERMAL-XR® across a wide range of industrial and commercial applications, Blackwoods providing GMG with an established route to market in Australia and supporting GMG's scaling strategy, Blackwoods providing a strong platform for GMG products, GMG's intentions to develop commercial scale-up capabilities, GMG's focus in the energy savings segment, GMG's intentions for the use of graphene lubricant additive on saving liquid fuels, expectations for R&D and commercialisation of G+AI Batteries, GMG's ability to improve the performance of lithium-ion batteries and the Company's four critical business objectives.Such forward-looking statements are based on a number of assumptions of management. Additionally, forward-looking information involves a variety of known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual plans, intentions, activities, results, performance or achievements of GMG to be materially different from any future plans, intentions, activities, results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such risks include, without limitation that GMG does not receive or receive on a timely basis the fully signed consent notice from the and the risk factors set out under the heading "Risk Factors" in the Company's annual information form dated November 4, 2025 available for review on the Company's profile at www.sedarplus.ca.Although management of the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking statements or forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements and forward-looking information. Readers are cautioned that reliance on such information may not be appropriate for other purposes. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statement, forward-looking information or financial out-look that are incorporated by reference herein, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/306628 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, July 27, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hong Kong’s merchandise exports rose by 53.4% year on year to HK$641.1 billion in June 2026, according to data released today by the Census and Statistics Department. For the first six months of 2026, total exports of goods reached HK$3,416.0 billion, representing robust growth of 39.1% compared with the same period last year.“Hong Kong’s exports sustained robust growth in the first half of 2026, underpinned by strong demand for electronics amid the accelerated adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) worldwide. Meanwhile, in June 2026, the year-on-year growth rates of total exports to Asia, as well as to the Chinese Mainland and the USA, all accelerated compared with May 2026,” said Bruce Pang, Director of Research at the Hong Kong Trade Development Council.Effective 24 July 2026, the United States imposed new tariffs of 10% or 12.5% on imports from 60 trading partners, including the Chinese Mainland and Hong Kong, which are subject to a 12.5% tariff. The new tariffs replace the previous temporary 10% universal tariffs that expired on the same date. While the tariff increase will affect Hong Kong's exports to the United States, it is worth noting that various exemptions remain in place, including for certain electronic products, which account for the majority of Hong Kong's exports to the nation. As such, the impact of the new tariffs on Hong Kong's export performance is likely to be limited. Meanwhile, the anticipated meeting between the Chinese and US leaders in September, together with continued bilateral dialogue, may help foster a more accommodative China-US trade environment.Looking ahead, global business prospects will continue to hinge on developments in the Middle East. Recent renewed conflicts have pushed oil prices higher, while concerns over rising inflationary pressures have prompted a number of central banks to tighten monetary policy. The global economy, along with end-market demand, will slow down if tensions in the Middle East persist and more central banks pivot toward tighter monetary policy to combat inflation. “On the whole, Hong Kong’s merchandise exports could see moderating growth momentum in the coming months, amid a likely gradual steadying of the technology upcycle, an easing global economy, as well as the high-base effect from last year. We continue to uphold our forecast that Hong Kong’s full year exports in 2026 will register growth of over 20%,” Mr Pang added.HKTDC Media Room: https://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enMedia enquiriesPlease contact the HKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Jane CheungTel: (852) 2584 4137Email: jane.mh.cheung@hktdc.orgAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. The HKTDC is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, July 27, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Analogue Holdings Limited (“Analogue” or the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”) (stock code: 1977), a leading provider of electrical and mechanical (“E&M”) engineering solutions, and information and communications technology services for smart cities, is pleased to announced that the Group has won the Theme Award at the BDO ESG Award, which recognises the Group’s relentless efforts in leveraging AI to advance ESG practices and reporting, while demonstrating sound AI governance and ethical standards. As technological transformation accelerates, the Group has been actively advancing its capabilities. Its self-developed Digital Twin and Artificial Intelligence solutions under the AlgoSeries were launched for optimising industrial treatment processes and enhancing operational efficiency. In addition, the Group has been advancing industry benchmarks in the adoption of advanced construction technologies, including MiMEP, DfMA, Building Information Modelling, to enable the achievement of improved project efficiency, reduced on-site environmental impacts, and lowered construction costs, and to contribute to several UN Sustainable Development Goals.To ensure sound AI governance and ethical standards, the Group has achieved Capability Maturity Model Integration Maturity Level 3 certification and implemented a disciplined framework for risk mitigation, to assure alignment of its software, hardware and service development processes with strategic business objectives. The Group has also introduced an AI Policy to guide the responsible use of AI, and developed the Agentic AI App to empower employees to increase productivity while aligning with cybersecurity standards. These together assure the secure and sustainable delivery of innovation while maintaining quality and reliability of its products and services, fostering resilience and sustainable value creation for stakeholders.Dr Mak Kin Wah, Chairman of Analogue, said, “We are thrilled to receive this prestigious award from BDO, which is a testament to the commitment of Analogue Holdings Limited to leveraging AI to advance ESG practices while upholding the highest standards of governance and ethics. This recognition reinforces our resolve to continue driving smart city development and delivering lasting value for our stakeholders."Mr Chan Hoi Ming, Raymond, Chief Executive Officer of Analogue (left) receives the Theme Award from Mr Kenny Chien, CEO, Cherrypicks & Director, Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited.A group photo of the ATAL representative team at the BDO ESG AwardsATAL Wins the Theme Award of BDO ESG AwardsAbout Analogue Holdings LimitedEstablished in 1977, Analogue Holdings Limited is a leading provider of electrical and mechanical (“E&M”) engineering solutions and information and communications technology (“ICT”) services for smart cities, with headquarters in Hong Kong and operations in the Chinese Mainland, Macau, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Singapore and Malaysia. Serving a wide spectrum of customers from public and private sectors, the Group provides multidisciplinary and comprehensive E&M engineering and technology services in four major segments, including Building Services, Environmental Engineering, Information, Communications and Building Technologies (“ICBT”) and Lifts & Escalators.The Group also manufactures and sells lifts and escalators internationally and has entered into an alliance with Transel Elevator & Electric Inc. (“TEI”), one of the largest independent lifts and escalators companies in New York, the United States. The Group’s associate partner, Nanjing Canatal Data-Centre Environmental Tech Co., Ltd. (603912.SS), specialises in manufacturing of precision air conditioners. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

SYDNEY, AU, July 26, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NICE Marketing Corp, an innovative pioneer in data-driven music promotion, today announced a major expansion of its global network to enhance content exposure, audience growth, and play metrics for artists and industry partners worldwide. Driven by cutting-edge AI-powered matching algorithms and localized market intelligence, this strategic initiative connects quality music with targeted listeners across more than 15 international markets. By integrating intelligent technology with an extensive channel network, NICE Marketing Corp is establishing a smarter, more efficient ecosystem for digital music promotion.The rapid transformation of the digital music landscape requires sophisticated tools to cut through market noise and connect creators with genuinely interested audiences. NICE Marketing Corp addresses this need by combining key capabilities: AI-driven style and interest matching, continuous performance data analysis, and scalable multi-market distribution. Through services focused on music play growth, audience acquisition, and content exposure optimization, the company enables artists, platforms, and promotion partners to refine their outreach based on authentic listener responses."Every great song deserves to be heard by the world," said a spokesperson for NICE Marketing Corp. "Our mission is to bridge the gap between talented creators and relevant global audiences. By leveraging intelligent technology, data insights, and strong promotional partnerships, we empower artists to achieve sustainable content growth and meaningful audience engagement."As part of its long-term vision, NICE Marketing Corp continues to uphold core principles of professionalism, transparency, responsibility, innovation, and respect for authentic music experiences. The expanding network fosters a diverse and accessible global music ecosystem where content reach is optimized through smart technology and strategic collaboration.About NICE Marketing CorpFounded in 2026 and headquartered in Sydney, Australia (1 Farrer Pl, Sydney NSW 2000), NICE Marketing Corp is a leading digital music promotion and audience growth company. The company specializes in data-driven music promotion, AI-powered listener matching, play count enhancement, and content exposure optimization across a growing network of over 15 countries and multiple global channels. Dedicated to connecting creators, platforms, and audiences, NICE Marketing Corp combines market insights and intelligent technology to build an open, transparent, and sustainable digital music ecosystem.Media contactBrand: NICE Marketing CorpContact: Media teamWebsite: https://www.nicemarketingco.com Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, July 24, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - On 24 July, Ausnutria (1717.HK) issued a profit alert for the first half of 2026, under which the Company is expected to record revenue of approximately RMB3.065 billion to RMB3.165 billion. Excluding the effects of one-off inventory adjustments, non-cash asset impairments and other related items, the Company's core business fundamentals remained stable, with core operating net profit expected to range from approximately RMB155 million to RMB255 million.According to the announcement, Ausnutria's first-half performance faced temporary pressure due to a combination of external industry shifts and proactive internal adjustments. Externally, changes in the international logistics environment, volatile shipping costs, and tightening regulatory oversight disrupted the supply rhythm and fulfillment efficiency of certain products. Internally, the Company proactively optimized channel inventory, streamlined SKU structures, reallocated resources, and upgraded overseas operational frameworks around its core brands, core products, and core channels. Meanwhile, adhering to a prudent approach to asset valuation, the Company recognized certain non-cash asset impairments. The relevant one-off adjustments affected profit for the period under review.Ausnutria emphasized in the announcement that while these adjustments put pressure on short-term profits, they will help improve channel inventory structure, enhance product freshness at retail terminals, and optimize consumer experience in the long run, thereby laying a more solid foundation for subsequent healthy business development. Backed by its firm confidence in the Company’s long-term development prospects and intrinsic value, Ausnutria stated that it will initiate a share repurchase plan at an appropriate time, subject to share buyback mandates and relevant regulations, to effectively safeguard the overall interests of the company and all shareholders.The dairy industry has entered a phase of more refined competition, where enterprises compete on the efficiency of resource allocation and operational quality across the entire industry chain, rather than just raw scale. Industry insiders note that Ausnutria’s proactive adjustments essentially represent a strategic move to shed short-term baggage in exchange for long-term agility. It represents a strategic trade-off driven by firm confidence in its future development, building a stronger foundation for sustainable growth. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, July 24, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Faced with changing geopolitics, supply chain reconfigurations and the rise of new technology and its impact, businesses face a plethora of challenges, raising the demand for support. As the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) celebrates its 60th anniversary this year, the Chairman of the HKTDC, Professor Frederick Ma, announced today two major initiatives for the organisation: (i) Optimising Corporate Structure by reorganising its services based on an industry cluster approach to enhance efficiency and to drive innovation, and (ii) Optimising Resources to tap new markets, whereby HKTDC's global network resources will be reconfigured to help Hong Kong companies capture opportunities in high-growth emerging markets, including Central Asia, the Middle East and North Africa.Prof Frederick Ma, Chairman of the HKTDC, said: "I am pleased to lead the HKTDC to embark on a new chapter as we celebrate our 60th anniversary. These two optimisations reflect our forward-looking and innovative approach in responding proactively to future challenges and opportunities. By optimising our corporate structure and resource allocation around the world, we adopt a customer-centric, industry-focused approach to target high-growth emerging markets. This will enable us to help enterprises develop their promotional strategy with more comprehensive and integrated global solutions that can leverage the city’s unique role in connecting the Mainland and the world, align with Hong Kong’s first Five-Year Plan and contribute to our country’s development.”I.Optimising Corporate Structure: Enhancing Efficiency · Driving InnovationTo better support industries in navigating an increasingly complex and evolving global trade environment, the HKTDC has reorganised its functions around a cluster approach with the following six sector clusters:Finance and Professional ServicesGlobal Network and Supply ChainTechnology and Digital InnovationWellness and Creative IndustriesConsumer Goods and LifestyleCorporate DevelopmentSophia Chong, Executive Director of the HKTDC, said the cluster approach not only enhances operational efficiency, but also the sector knowledge and network of the organisation, facilitating synergy among the teams, enabling them to provide more comprehensive and integrated solutions. “Whether companies are keen to gather market intelligence, participate in local or international exhibitions, conferences and overseas missions, match with investors, expand their production line or tap new markets, stakeholders across industries can access our one-stop support through a single point of contact."II.Optimising Resources · Tapping New MarketsThe HKTDC currently operates 51 offices worldwide, covering major markets from the Chinese Mainland and across Asia and the Middle East to Europe, the Americas and Africa. As global economic momentum progressively shifts towards emerging markets and enterprises accelerate their go global strategies, the HKTDC is actively optimising its global network resources to help businesses capture opportunities in high-growth markets and new economic corridors.Prof Ma said: “We are grateful for the Chief Executive for leading the successful mission to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan in June which helped to open doors for Hong Kong enterprises and generated many potential opportunities on which we will follow up. We will therefore enhance our resources at our consultant office in Almaty, Kazakhstan, to strengthen our support in Central Asia. Moving across to the Middle East, we will strengthen our resources at our consultant office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. And to leverage opportunities from the economic corridor spanning Central Asia, the Middle East and Africa, we will also set up a new consultant office in Cairo, Egypt to enhance our organisation’s existing presence in Africa. Furthermore, in support of the Belt and Road Initiative, we will strengthen our capabilities in São Paulo, Brazil as well as Santiago, Chile which will also oversee the market in Peru, to capture opportunities arising from the extended economic corridor in the Global South.”Prof Ma added that in ASEAN, the HKTDC will strengthen its promotional work and support capabilities in Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia and the Philippines, while enhancing its capabilities in Istanbul and Warsaw. Regarding traditional markets, the HKTDC will continue to maintain two-way trade and investment with North America, encouraging enterprises in the United States and Canada to participate in HKTDC activities and foster greater economic engagement. At the same time, the Council will actively promote economic cooperation and cultural exchange across Asia, Europe and Africa, while expanding the responsibilities of the London office to oversee promotion and business development in the Nordic markets.Looking ahead, the HKTDC will continue to keep pace with changes in the global economic and trading landscape, further leveraging Hong Kong's unique strengths as a superconnector and super value-adder. In addition to supporting Chinese Mainland enterprises to utilise Hong Kong's international advantages and networks to go global, the HKTDC will inject new momentum into our city’s economic development by encouraging more international companies to use Hong Kong as a base for their global expansion.Presentation download: https://bit.ly/3ThqfX8Photo download: https://bit.ly/4wUoMEAProf Frederick Ma, HKTDC ChairmanProf Frederick Ma, HKTDC Chairman (Right), and Sophia Chong, HKTDC Executive Director (Left)Prof Frederick Ma, HKTDC Chairman, and Sophia Chong, HKTDC Executive Director, with HKTDC Associate Executive Directors.From left: Jacky Chung, Associate Executive Director (Global Network and Supply Chain), Anna Cheung, Associate Executive Director (Wellness and Creative Industries), Jenny Koo, Deputy Executive Director (Special Projects), Sophia Chong, Executive Director, Prof Frederick Ma, Chairman, Christine Cheung, Associate Executive Director (Corporate Development), Smilely Lam, Associate Executive Director (Consumer Goods and Lifestyle) and Silas Chu, Associate Executive Director (Technology and Digital Innovation)WebsitesHKTDC’s 60th Anniversary Celebration Activities: https://60.hktdc.com/enHKTDC Media Room: https://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enMedia enquiriesHKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Christy LeeTel: (852) 2584 4369Email: christy.wn.lee@hktdc.orgNavin LawTel: (852) 2584 4525Email: navin.cm.law@hktdc.orgWinnie KanTel: (852) 2584 4055Email: winnie.wy.kan@hktdc.orgAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. The HKTDC is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, July 24, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - As Asia’s demographic structure evolves and health awareness continues to rise, the healthcare market is undergoing sustained upgrading. Demand across high-end medical services, health and wellness products, and pharmaceutical R&D support is steadily increasing. Against this backdrop, EPS Creative Health Technology Group Limited (3860.HK), with its strong capability in integrating industry resources, is gradually gaining market attention.EPS Creative Health Technology’s parent company, EPS Holdings, Inc. of Japan, has long been deeply engaged in pharmaceutical R&D and clinical trials. It is a well-established contract research organization and pharmaceutical marketing service provider in Tokyo, as well as one of the largest professional healthcare service providers in Asia. Leveraging its parent company’s extensive industry expertise, EPS Creative Health Technology has progressively transformed from a company primarily focused on apparel supply chain management into a diversified healthcare services provider, covering advanced medical services, health and wellness products, and related supporting services.The company currently operates under a dual-core business model. On one hand, it provides international brands with one-stop solutions for knitted apparel—including menswear, womenswear, and childrenswear—covering design, sourcing, production management, and sales.On the other hand, it develops healthcare-related services across China, Japan, and Hong Kong, including contract research organization (CRO) services, innovative drug support, and the sale of health and wellness products.As industry trends become increasingly diversified, demand for high-quality, convenient, and sustainable healthcare services continues to grow. In recent years, EPS Creative Health Technology has expanded its presence in the healthcare and wellness sectors through business development, mergers and acquisitions, and channel partnerships. The company is leveraging its pharmaceutical services background, consumer health distribution channels, and Hong Kong listing platform to translate these advantages into clearer growth momentum.Amid the continued upgrading of healthcare demand and the expansion of health-related consumption, companies with strengths in product sourcing, channel execution, and healthcare service collaboration are better positioned to capture new growth opportunities. Supported by its parent company’s strong resources, an extensive pharmaceutical services network in Chinese Mainland, and established product sales experience in Hong Kong, EPS Creative Health Technology has built a cross-regional, synergistic platform. This positions the company to advance in areas such as advanced medical services and health and wellness, explore business expansion opportunities, and pursue collaborative healthcare initiatives, offering significant long-term growth potential. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

MUMBAI, INDIA, July 24, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Exito Media Concepts is set to host the 37th Edition BFSI IT Summit Mumbai 2026 on 6 August 2026 at Aurika by Lemon Tree Hotels, Mumbai International Airport. The summit will bring together over 150 senior technology and innovation leaders from India's banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) sector under the theme "The BFSI Renaissance: Intelligence, Integrity & Innovation," creating a strategic platform for industry leaders to explore the technologies redefining the future of financial services.India's BFSI sector is witnessing an unprecedented digital transformation. With digital payments accounting for 99.8% of retail transaction volumes, the country's digital payments market projected to reach $10 trillion by 2026, and rapid growth across fintech, digital lending, and AI-driven financial services, technology has become the backbone of India's financial ecosystem. As institutions navigate evolving customer expectations, increasing regulatory scrutiny, cybersecurity threats, and the rise of artificial intelligence, technology leaders are tasked with building resilient, secure, and future-ready financial infrastructures.The summit comes at a pivotal time when financial institutions are accelerating investments in cloud computing, AI, cybersecurity, API-first ecosystems, and intelligent automation to remain competitive while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations from the RBI, IRDAI, and SEBI. As innovation continues to reshape banking, insurance, capital markets, and fintech, the need for collaboration, practical insights, and scalable technology strategies has never been greater.India's BFSI industry is entering a defining era where innovation must go hand in hand with resilience, trust, and regulatory excellence. The 37th Edition BFSI IT Summit provides a platform where the country's leading technology executives can exchange ideas, learn from real-world transformation journeys, and collaborate on building the next generation of intelligent financial services.Event OverviewThe 37th Edition BFSI IT Summit is a by-invitation-only, in-person event designed exclusively for senior technology, digital transformation, cybersecurity, and innovation leaders from India's banking, financial services, insurance, fintech, and capital markets ecosystem. The full-day conference—from 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM—will feature keynote presentations, executive panel discussions, fireside chats, technology showcases, case studies, and curated networking opportunities that encourage meaningful collaboration between industry leaders and technology partners.The event will also host the BFSI Innovation Awards, recognising organisations and leaders driving outstanding innovation, digital transformation, and customer-centric excellence across the banking, financial services, and insurance sectors.Date: 6 August 2026Time: 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM ISTVenue: Aurika by Lemon Tree Hotels, Mumbai International AirportFormat: By-invitation-only, in-personAttendance: 150+ CIOs, CTOs, CISOs, CDOs, and technology decision-makersWebsite: https://bfsiitsummit.com/india/ FinTech SRO PartnerThe 37th Edition BFSI IT Summit Mumbai 2026 is proud to welcome the FinTech Association for Consumer Empowerment (FACE) as the official FinTech SRO Partner. FACE is a leading industry body representing India's digital lending ecosystem, committed to promoting responsible innovation, consumer protection, and regulatory collaboration. Through this partnership, the summit further strengthens its commitment to fostering meaningful dialogue between financial institutions, fintech innovators, policymakers, and technology leaders, driving the future of India's digital financial services ecosystem.Learn more about FACE at https://faceofindia.org/.Confirmed SpeakersThe summit will feature an exceptional lineup of industry leaders driving digital transformation across India's financial ecosystem, including:Kinjal Shah, Chief Technology Officer, Yes Securities LtdGiridhar Rangavajalla, Chief Information Security Officer – South Asia and India, Standard Chartered IndiaN Ramesh, Deputy Director General, Department of TelecommunicationsMelwyn Rebeiro, Head – GRC (India), Chief Information Security Officer & Data Protection Officer, Julius BaerAmar Kaul, Chief Data & Analytics Officer (CDAO), BarclaysNirajkumar Chhangani, Vice President, NSE ClearingLovekesh Thakur, Deputy Director General, Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI)Satish Kumar Uppalapati, Senior Vice President, JPMorgan Chase & Co.Vaibhav Sonavane, Chief Information Security Officer, CSB BankAbhijit Dey, Senior Vice President – Product Lead AI and API Banking, Axis BankAnand Iyer, Group Chief Technology Officer, ICRA Ltd.Ashton D’Cruz, Executive Director, NatWest MarketsRobin Bakshi, Director - Cyber Security, TIAAKunal Tawde, Chief Technology Officer, Edelweiss Asset Management LimitedStrategic Agenda: Key Discussion ThemesThe summit agenda addresses the most pressing technology priorities shaping India's BFSI landscape:- Architecting India's BFSI for 2030: The Technology Blueprint Every IT Leader Must OwnExploring API-first architectures, India Stack integration, regulatory-first engineering, infrastructure resilience, and scalable digital ecosystems that will power the next decade of financial services.- Deploying Agentic AI in BFSI: What IT Teams Need to Build, Integrate & GovernExamining AI-ready infrastructure, governance frameworks, model explainability, compliance, integration with core banking systems, and enterprise-wide AI deployment strategies.- AI in Production: What BFSI IT Teams Learned After Going LiveReal-world lessons from organisations that have successfully implemented AI, covering data quality, model drift, regulatory audits, operational challenges, and deployment best practices.- Cloud Architecture & Vendor Risk in Indian BFSIUnderstanding hybrid and multi-cloud strategies, data localisation, vendor concentration risks, sovereign cloud adoption, and FinOps in highly regulated environments.- Cyber Incident Response in BFSIPreparing technology teams to detect, contain, respond to, and recover from cyberattacks while meeting RBI, IRDAI, and SEBI compliance requirements across banking, insurance, and capital markets.- Re-platforming the Engine While Flying the PlaneExploring successful approaches to modernising core banking platforms, policy administration systems, and trading infrastructure without disrupting business continuity or customer experience.About Exito Media ConceptsExito—meaning "success"—is a globally recognised B2B events and media organisation with over 16 years of expertise. Delivering more than 240 conferences annually across technology, digital transformation, cybersecurity, healthcare, manufacturing, financial services, and emerging enterprise sectors, Exito creates platforms that foster strategic collaboration, accelerate innovation adoption, and drive measurable business outcomes. The BFSI IT Summit is part of Exito's flagship global event series hosted across multiple international markets.For more details, visit: https://bfsiitsummit.com/india/Media ContactPrakruthi Nayaka Media & PR Executive, Exito Media ConceptsEmail: prakruthi.nayaka@exito-e.comPhone: +91 9482440958Website: https://bfsiitsummit.com/india/ Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, July 24, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Once a giant with a market cap of HK$30 billion, is it about to return to its peak' Any investment discussion about CMBC Capital cannot be separated from the macro cycle and industry environment in which it operates. In the fluctuating spiral of the Hong Kong stock market, the brokerage sector is often seen as an "amplifier": enjoying high beta excess returns during bull markets, while facing a double whammy of valuation and performance declines during bear markets. However, for targets with unique resource endowments, the trough of the cycle is not the end of value, but a touchstone to test their core competitiveness.CMBC Capital (1141.HK), as an important offshore comprehensive financial platform under China Minsheng Bank, has long had its Investment Thesis overshadowed by its parent bank. As the Hong Kong capital market gradually emerges from its bottom range and the concept of "Central State-owned Enterprises Valuation" continues to deepen, re-examining the investment logic of CMBC Capital reveals that it is at a critical juncture of reassessment from a "bond-like asset" to a "growth option."I. The "Safety Cushion" at the Cycle Bottom: Asset Quality and Shareholder DividendsWhen investing in financial stocks, risk control and asset quality are paramount. During the major adjustment in Hong Kong stocks over the past two years, small and medium-sized brokerages faced a survival test, while CMBC Capital demonstrated resilience exceeding the industry average. This resilience primarily stems from its unique "quasi-state-owned" background and prudent business strategy.As the bridgehead for Minsheng Bank’s "going global" strategy, CMBC Capital is not a pure channel broker relying on brokerage commission income, but a capital intermediary focused on investment banking, asset management, and trading businesses. In its asset structure, held-to-maturity investments and receivables constitute the main portion, meaning its regarding assets is relatively solid and not overly exposed to high-risk equity pledges or derivative leverage.From the perspective of shareholder dividends, the Strong support from its parent bank, Minsheng Bank, is its greatest "safety cushion" for navigating the cycle. On the funding cost side, CMBC Capital can leverage the parent bank’s credit and capital pool advantages to obtain relatively stable financing channels, which is particularly critical in a macro environment of liquidity tightening; on the project side, the financing needs of a large number of high-quality corporate clients, especially state-owned enterprises in real estate and infrastructure, naturally provide "ammunition" for CMBC Capital’s bond underwriting and financial advisory businesses. This "bank-subsidiary synergy" model builds a moat that distinguishes it from general Hong Kong local brokerages.II. The "Alpha" of Turnaround: From Single Business to Full-Chain SynergyIf the shareholder background provides a defensive shield, then the optimization of the business structure is the offensive spear.For a long time, the market’s stereotype of CMBC Capital has been stuck on the single label of "bond underwriter." Indeed, bond underwriting, especially USD bond business, is its traditional strength, but it has also been under pressure due to the contraction of the real estate USD bond market. However, observing its recent financial logic reveals that it is undergoing a "diversification" transformation.On one hand, the company is actively expanding its asset management (AM) business. By establishing and managing various funds, CMBC Capital is transitioning from simply earning underwriting fees to a light-asset model of earning management fees and performance fees. This not only smooths the volatility of trading operations but also enhances the stability of ROE.On the other hand, its trading and investment business demonstrates strong flexibility. In years of high interest rates and stock market turbulence, the company achieved stable returns through proprietary trading of fixed-income assets. This indicates that its investment team possesses strong macro judgment and risk hedging capabilities. Against the backdrop of a cold Hong Kong IPO market, CMBC Capital’s strategy of using its proprietary funds for Pre-IPO investments and PIPE (Private Investment in Public Equity) has increased short-term volatility, but once market sentiment reverses, this suppressed dual "investment banking + investment" income will provide significant valuation upside.III. Catalysts for Value Reassessment: Liquidity and Policy ResonanceCurrently, the logic behind the value reassessment of CMBC Capital is being driven by two major external catalysts.The first is the peak of the Federal Reserve’s interest rate hike cycle and the marginal improvement in Hong Kong stock market liquidity. As a typical interest rate-sensitive asset, the valuation expansion of securities firms often lags behind the release of liquidity. With the expectation of a narrowing Sino-US interest rate differential strengthening, the dollar bond market is expected to usher in a window for issuance, which is a direct positive for the performance recovery of CMBC Capital, which has traditional advantages in the overseas bond underwriting field.The second is the interpretation of the "China Special Valuation" logic in the non-bank financial sector. Although CMBC Capital has a Privately-owned banking background, its operational style is characterized by stability and standardization, and its valuation has been at a low level for a long time. Currently, the Hong Kong stock market’s preference for high-dividend, low-valuation assets is clearly heating up. CMBC Capital has maintained a stable dividend policy in recent years, and its dividend yield is attractive among similar targets. This "bond-like attribute" makes it a preferred allocation target in defensive strategies. Once the market style shifts to value recovery, its low price-to-book ratio (PB) will face significant upward revision momentum.IV. Soberly Assessing Risk Boundaries: Business Structure and Market DependenceOf course, any investment logic requires objective assessment of risk parameters as a footnote. While optimistic about the long-term value of CMBC Capital, investors must face the objective challenges it confronts.First, the business structure still carries the risk of dependence on specific industries. Although the company is undergoing transformation, the real estate sector still accounts for a relatively high weight in its existing assets and business revenue. While most are high-quality central state-owned enterprises or large real estate developers, with the industry’s deleveraging not yet complete, the materialization of credit risks still requires vigilance. Any unexpected real estate credit event could trigger market concerns about its asset quality—this is the biggest "gray rhino" for investing in this target.Second, high sensitivity to the liquidity of the Hong Kong stock market. CMBC Capital’s trading income and changes in the fair value of its investment portfolio are highly dependent on the activity of the Hong Kong capital market. If the turnover of Hong Kong stocks remains persistently low, or if the IPO market fails to recover as expected, the growth potential of its investment banking business will be limited, and the unrealized gains from its proprietary trading may face downward pressure.Third, intensifying industry competition. As Chinese-funded securities firms increasingly expand their presence in the Hong Kong market, leading firms such as CICC and CITIC Securities hold overwhelming advantages in high-end businesses like project underwriting and cross-border M&A. CMBC Capital must carve out a niche and find a more precise positioning in niche areas (such as specific regional bonds and cross-border private wealth services); otherwise, it risks having its market share squeezed.V. Conclusion: The Value of Patience and the Gift of CyclesIn summary, CMBC Capital (1141.HK) is not a high-beta "speculative stock" suitable for short-term trading, but rather a "value stock" with extremely high safety margins at the bottom of the cycle.The core of its investment logic lies in: leveraging the resource advantages of its parent bank, Minsheng Bank, to build a risk control foundation, smoothing cyclical fluctuations through business diversification, and ultimately achieving value revaluation amid the liquidity reversal and valuation repair of the Hong Kong stock market. For investors, the current stock price may have already priced in excessive pessimistic expectations, especially an overpricing of its real estate risk exposure.Looking ahead, as the macroeconomic environment warms and the company’s transformation deepens, CMBC Capital is expected to evolve from a "cyclical player" into a "value grower." At the turning point of the cycle, rational investors should see the safety margin after risk release and the long-term gift that time bestows on value investing. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, July 24, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - In the Hong Kong Chinese-funded investment banking sector, CMBC Capital Holdings Limited (01141.HK) is a sample worth independent examination. As a Stock Connect target with a historical peak market capitalization of HK$30 billion, it is not a traditional broker relying on proprietary trading for profits, but the first overseas-listed financial holding platform under Minsheng International Holdings Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of China Minsheng Bank in Hong Kong, with Minsheng International holding over 67% of its shares. This equity structure determines that CMBC Capital has carried the distinct gene of a "bank-owned investment bank" since its inception—it is both the second successfully listed Chinese-funded bank-owned investment bank in the Hong Kong market and a key vehicle for the internationalization strategy of the Minsheng Bank Group in Hong Kong.To understand the investment value of CMBC Capital, one must first grasp its positioning: it is not meant to compete head-on with all investment banks in the red ocean, but to serve as a supply platform for Minsheng Bank’s international investment banking products and services, and a financial services platform for cross-border business of key client groups. This strategic positioning is explicitly articulated in the 2025 annual report’s business outlook as the "One Minsheng" strategy—fully leveraging international advantages and Hong Kong’s licensed investment banking functions, vigorously promoting cross-border business synergy, and comprehensively serving the diversified financial service needs of China Minsheng Bank and its client base.In terms of business licenses, CMBC Capital currently holds Type 1 (dealing in securities), Type 2 (dealing in futures contracts), Type 4 (advising on securities), Type 6 (advising on corporate finance), and Type 9 (asset management). Its business scope covers Hong Kong IPO sponsorship and underwriting, financial advisory for mergers and acquisitions and restructuring, offshore bond issuance, margin financing, asset management and wealth management, direct investment, and structured finance. This means it possesses the comprehensive capability to serve the full lifecycle cross-border capital needs of corporate clients, rather than being a participant in a single business line.The value of shareholder synergy is becoming evident in operations. Public information shows that in 2025, the company completed 295 bond underwriting deals with a total scale exceeding US$ 60.5 billion, primarily involving financial institutions and local state-owned enterprises as underwriting entities. In the green finance and sustainable development field, it participated in 97 ESG offshore bond underwriting deals throughout the year, with a total underwriting amount of US$ 1.23 billion. Entering 2026, the company continued to assist Guangzhou Industrial Investment Fund Management Co., Ltd. in issuing RMB 1.733 billion 3-year senior unsecured fixed-rate bonds, assist Kuaishou Technology in issuing RMB 3.5 billion 5-year senior unsecured fixed-rate bonds, and assist Shandong Development Investment Holding Group Co., Ltd. in issuing US$ 240 million 3-year senior unsecured sustainability bond in US$, and assisted Red Star Cold Chain, Leju Robot, Tianxing Medical, etc. in successively listing on the Hong Kong stock market. This series of project reserves and execution records are the result of the linkage between Minsheng Bank’s vast domestic corporate client base and its overseas platform.However, it must be objectively recognized that the synergy effect of bank-affiliated platforms does not automatically materialize. It depends on the activity of cross-border capital flows, the rhythm of overseas financing cycles for Chinese enterprises, and the stability of Hong Kong’s regulatory environment. CMBC Capital also explicitly stated in its annual report that the global economy remains uncertain under multiple factors such as geopolitics and interest rate environments. Therefore, the shareholder background serves as its "ballast stone" rather than a "perpetual motion machine"—it reduces the company’s resource acquisition costs and credit risk, but does not change the cyclical nature of the financial business itself.From an investment perspective, CMBC Capital’s uniqueness lies in: it offers a target for allocating "overseas investment banking capabilities of Chinese bank-affiliated platforms" at a relatively low threshold. Compared with large Chinese-funded brokerages in Hong Kong, it is smaller in scale and more flexible; compared with purely private boutique investment banks, its credit endorsement and project channels are more robust. This "intermediate form" gives it differentiated allocation value in the Hong Kong stock financial sector.Of course, the market has also raised doubts about such platforms: small-cap financial institutions have limited liquidity premiums, and the ceiling of business scale is constrained by the depth and breadth of shareholder synergy. These doubts are reasonable, but they are precisely what value investors need to view dialectically—the true value of bank-affiliated platforms lies not in short-term bursts, but in stability across cycles and the compounding effect of long-term synergy.Overall, CMBC Capital has a clear strategic positioning, substantial shareholder resources, and complete license capabilities. It is not a concept-driven/speculative target, but a company that occupies a unique ecological niche in the Hong Kong stock market through the scarce positioning of a "bank-affiliated cross-border investment banking platform." For investors who recognize the long-term trend of cross-border capitalization of Chinese enterprises and are willing to hold financial sector positions with an allocation mindset, it is a target worth including on the watchlist. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, July 24, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - In the persistently volatile macro environment of the Hong Kong stock market, asset security and cash return capacity have become core considerations for capital allocation. CMBC Capital (1141.HK), with its robust capital adequacy ratio, prudent financial policies, and attractive dividend payout ratio, demonstrates the allocation value of high-quality dividend assets. As a company that previously reached a market capitalization of HK$30 billion, CMBC Capital also possesses resource advantages not available to companies of similar scale, which is crucial for its value revaluation.When the global macroeconomy faces multiple uncertainties and equity market volatility intensifies, the focus of investment strategies often shifts from "pursuing high growth" to "seeking high certainty." Under this logic shift, financial stocks in the Hong Kong stock market with strong cash flows, robust balance sheets, and sustained dividend-paying capabilities are ushering in opportunities for value revaluation. CMBC Capital is a typical case under this logic.First, examining the financial fundamentals of CMBC Capital, prudence is its most defining characteristic. Unlike some proprietary securities firms that expand with aggressive leverage strategies, CMBC Capital has always prioritized risk control, maintaining a healthy liquidity ratio and sufficient capital adequacy levels. In its business operations, the company adheres to a "quality-focused, asset-light" orientation, avoiding excessive exposure to illiquid assets. This prudent financial policy enables the company to possess strong risk resistance when facing external liquidity shocks. Meanwhile, the lending business on the company’s balance sheet mostly has sufficient collateral and clear exit paths, with high asset quality transparency and controllable potential credit impairment risks.Second, sustained cash dividend capacity is an key fundamental pillar for the investment value of CMBC Capital. Against the backdrop of overall valuation pressure in the current Hong Kong stock market, the dividend yield has become a key metric of investment returns. CMBC Capital has maintained a relatively stable dividend payout ratio over the years, which on one hand demonstrates management’s confidence in the company’s future cash flow generation capabilities, and on the other hand represents substantial protection of shareholder interests. In the current low-interest-rate environment, Chinese financial stocks with medium-to-high dividend yields are highly attractive to southbound funds and international insurance funds seeking long-term stable returns.Finally, from the perspective of capital operations, CMBC Capital’s business model features "light capital consumption." Its core revenue sources—corporate financing advisory fees, asset management fees, and interest income from structured lending—do not heavily rely on a large net capital expansion. This means the company does not need to frequently support business scale through equity financing, thereby avoiding the dilution of earnings per share (EPS). Endogenous capital accumulation is sufficient to support the steady growth of existing businesses and maintain a high dividend payout ratio.In summary, under the current market environment, the investment logic for CMBC Capital has shifted from a simple "brokerage beta play" to a "quasi-fixed income dividend asset allocation." The company’s solid fundamentals, controllable risk exposure, and attractive shareholder return mechanism position the company as an asset with limited downside and stable interest and dividend income upside. For investors focused on defensive positioning and cash flow, CMBC Capital is undoubtedly a high-quality target worth attention in the Hong Kong-listed Chinese financial sector. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

PHILADELPHIA, PA, July 23, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - During today's opening ceremony at the International Congress of Mathematicians (ICM) in Philadelphia, the International Mathematical Union (IMU) announced the recipients of the 2026 Fields Medals.This year's prizes went to four of the world's top mathematicians: Chinese mathematician Yu Deng of the University of Chicago; American mathematician John Pardon of Stony Brook University in New York; Canadian mathematician Jacob Tsimerman of the University of Toronto; and Chinese mathematician Hong Wang of New York University and France's Institut des Hautes Études Scientifiques (IHES).The Fields Medal is often described as the Nobel Prize of mathematics due to its prestige. Awarded every four years to two to four mathematicians under the age of 40, the medal recognizes outstanding mathematical achievement in existing work and the promise of future achievement.Each winner receives 15,000 Canadian dollars (approximately $10,600) and a gold medal bearing the visage of the Greek mathematician Archimedes."The four medalists exemplify the depth, originality and vitality of contemporary mathematics, and we are delighted to celebrate their achievements at the International Congress of Mathematicians," says Hiraku Nakajima, president of the IMU.Additional Prizes AwardedDuring the ceremony, the IMU also announced the winners of other top prizes in mathematics. Full citations for these prizes are available on the IMU website.Shayan Oveis Gharan of the University of Washington received the Abacus Medal for mathematical contributions to computer science.Graeme Segal of the University of Oxford won the Chern Medal for outstanding lifetime achievement in mathematics.The Carl Friedrich Gauss Prize was awarded to Yurii Nesterov of Belgium's University of Louvain for mathematical contributions with significant applied applications.Hannah Fry of the University of Cambridge was honored with the Leelavati Prize for public outreach.About the Fields MedalistsYu DengDeng was cited "for his work in partial differential equations, including the rigorous derivation of the Boltzmann equation from hard-sphere dynamics for rarefied gases, the derivation of wave kinetic equations from nonlinear dispersive systems, and probabilistic approaches to nonlinear Schrödinger dynamics."He derived one of the most central equations in kinetic theory and fluid dynamics - the Boltzmann equation - from the mathematics of colliding hard spheres. His work is a leap forward in a centuries-long quest by mathematicians and physicists to derive the basic laws of physics from first principles - one of the famous 23 problems put forth by mathematician David Hilbert at the 1900 ICM.John PardonPardon was cited for "his achievements in symplectic geometry, including new approaches to virtual fundamental cycles, Fukaya categories of Liouville manifolds and counting holomorphic curves, and for his contributions to other areas of geometry and topology, including group actions on 3-manifolds and knot theory."Pardon determined how to count curves on specific shapes in the field of symplectic geometry, proving the 20-year-old MNOP conjecture, which posited that two different ways of counting curves were in fact the same. Those specific shapes, called Calabi-Yau 3-folds, are thought to model our universe in superstring theory. Pardon's work has implications for representation theory, symplectic topology and quantum physics.Jacob TsimermanTsimerman was cited "for his role in the vast extension of the scope of o-minimal techniques within arithmetic and complex algebraic geometry, including the proof of Griffiths' conjecture on the algebraicity of images of the period maps."He started by attacking big problems in number theory, using algebraic geometry to see how shapes could reveal properties of numbers. He then imported a concept known as o-minimality - a logical framework used to "tame" wild mathematical structures - from one of the most abstract fields in mathematics, model theory, into algebraic geometry, with remarkable results. In particular, his results are deeply related to the Hodge conjecture, one of the seven famous million-dollar Millennium Prize Problems.Hong WangWang was cited "for her work in harmonic analysis and geometric measure theory, including applications of multiscale and decoupling techniques to the local smoothing conjecture for the planar wave equation, and major advances in Fourier restriction, Falconer distance sets, Furstenberg sets in the plane, and the Kakeya problem in three dimensions."Wang proved the three-dimensional version of a century-old problem that's simple to explain, yet difficult to solve: How much space does it take to turn a needle such that it points in every direction? In two dimensions, one can cleverly slide and rotate a needle in only a tiny area, but a related Kakeya problem in three dimensions proved much harder. Solving this problem has opened the door for a host of theorems and conjectures in harmonic analysis, partial differential equations, geometric measure theory and other fields. The problem remains open for dimensions four and higher.Additional InformationThe Simons Foundation, in cooperation with the IMU, created videos featuring each of this year's award winners. The embeddable videos can be viewed on YouTube.About the International Congress of MathematiciansThe ICM is the most important and prestigious conference in the mathematical community, hosted every four years by the IMU. The 2026 congress, running from July 23 to July 30 in Philadelphia, features hundreds of invited talks, panels and presentations on cutting-edge developments across mathematics.This year's conference is supported by the American Mathematical Society and the Simons Foundation and marks the first ICM in the United States since 1986.About the International Mathematical UnionFounded in 1920, the IMU unites more than 80 member countries, represented through their national mathematical societies and academies. Together and through its members, the IMU encourages global collaboration and supports the development of mathematics in all regions of the world.About the American Mathematical SocietyFounded in 1888 to further mathematical research and scholarship, the American Mathematical Society fulfills its mission through programs and services that promote mathematical research and its uses, strengthen mathematical education, and foster awareness and appreciation of mathematics and its connections to other disciplines and to everyday life.About the Simons FoundationThe Simons Foundation is a private foundation in New York City whose mission is to advance the frontiers of research in mathematics and the basic sciences. Founded in 1994 by Jim and Marilyn Simons, the foundation supports transformative science through grantmaking, in-house research and public engagement. The Simons Foundation provides grants in autism science and neuroscience; life sciences; mathematics and physical sciences; and science, society and culture. The foundation's in-house research division, the Flatiron Institute, develops and deploys computational methods to advance basic scientific research.Contact InformationVanessa Chung, International Mathematical Union: community@mathunion.orgThomas Sumner, Simons Foundation: press@simonsfoundation.orgSOURCE: Simons Foundation Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, July 23, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Malaysian businesses with regional and global ambitions will have an opportunity to connect with Hong Kong business leaders, investors and professional services experts, when the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) brings its flagship promotional campaign Think Business, Think Hong Kong (TBTHK) to Kuala Lumpur on 11 August.The full-day symposium, set to take place at Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur, will bring together business leaders, investors, innovators, professional service providers and policymakers from Malaysia and Hong Kong to exchange insights, explore investment and business opportunities and forge new cross-border partnerships.Targeting Malaysian businesses keen to expand beyond domestic marketThe symposium comes, as Malaysia advances its ambition to become a more competitive, innovation-driven economy. The country’s priorities, such as the New Industrial Master Plan 2030, include accelerating industrial transformation, advancing sustainability and strengthening Malaysia’s connectivity with global value chains.Against this backdrop, TBTHK will illustrate how Hong Kong can support Malaysian companies pursuing regional and international growth. The symposium will connect businesses with established networks, professional services and market opportunities across ASEAN, the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) and the wider China market and beyond.Hong Kong ideal partner to tap regional opportunitiesHome to nearly 10,000 Chinese Mainland and overseas companies with regional operations, Hong Kong is Asia's leading international financial and business centre. For Malaysian companies, the city provides access to an established ecosystem of global businesses, investors, financial institutions and professional service providers that can support market entry, cross-border investment and international expansion.Leung Kwan Ho, HKTDC’s Regional Director of South East Asia & South Asia, said at a press briefing in Kuala Lumpur: “Malaysia and Hong Kong share a long-standing and mutually beneficial economic relationship built on strong trade, investment and growing business connectivity. As Malaysia strengthens its position as a regional hub for business, manufacturing and innovation, Hong Kong can serve as a superconnector and super value-adder, enabling Malaysian companies to realise their ambitions beyond the domestic market.”“Through HKTDC’s networks and platforms, we aim to attract more Malaysian businesses to leverage Hong Kong’s advantages and connect them with trusted partners, investors, professional services and market insights, all to help them access the vast opportunities around the world, particularly in the Greater Bay Area and the wider China market, with more confidence. At the same time, through initiatives like TBTHK, we will continue to strengthen business ties and help Hong Kong and Chinese Mainland companies expand into Malaysia and the wider ASEAN region.”Event highlightsReflecting Malaysia's evolving economic priorities, TBTHK will feature discussions on RMB internationalisation, sustainability and green innovations, Hong Kong's role as an international financial and business centre, and healthcare solutions and innovations. Algernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the Hong Kong SAR Government, and YB Loke Siew Fook, Minister of Transport Malaysia will be the guests of honour at the opening ceremony.In addition to the symposium, some 30 Hong Kong service providers and start-ups will feature their flagship products and solutions in the exhibition’s Business Support Zone and InnoVenture Salon to create opportunities for collaboration with Malaysian participants. One-on-one business consultations and on-site business matching will facilitate deals and collaboration between Malaysian and Hong Kong companies.A delegation of around 100 government officials, business leaders, innovators, start-ups and professional service providers from various sectors – including finance, business, professional services, innovation and technology, environmental services, media and advertising – will explore business opportunities in Malaysia through discussions, networking events and business matching meetings. The programme will also include the Hong Kong Luncheon, providing more opportunities for the business communities of Malaysia and Hong Kong to connect.By bringing together business leaders and decision-makers from both markets, TBTHK aims to deepen Malaysia-Hong Kong business collaboration while providing Malaysian companies with the connections, expertise and market access needed to pursue new opportunities across regional and global markets.Malaysia-Hong Kong strong tiesAs an upper middle-income country in Southeast Asia, Malaysia is an important partner for Hong Kong. Economically, Hong Kong and Malaysia have seen their trade and investment ties deepen over the past decades. In 2025, Malaysia was Hong Kong’s 3rd largest trading partner among ASEAN member states.Regarding bilateral investment, at the end of 2025, Hong Kong was Malaysia’s 2nd largest investor after Singapore, with a cumulative FDI of US$34.8 billion. In the same year, Hong Kong was Malaysia’s 2nd largest source of FDI after Singapore, with a net FDI flow of US$1.6 billion.For more information or to register for the symposium, please visit:https://thinkbusinessthinkhk.com/2026-kuala-lumpur/symposium/en/index.htmlPhoto download: https://bit.ly/4fNraHsA media briefing was held in Kuala Lumpur on 23 July, during which Leung Kwan Ho, HKTDC’s Regional Director of South East Asia & South Asia, announced details of the Think Business, Think Hong Kong flagship promotional event, to take place in Kuala Lumpur on 11 AugustLeung Kwan Ho, HKTDC’s Regional Director of South East Asia & South AsiaThink Business, Think Hong Kong was successfully held on 27 November 2025 in Milan, Italy, fostering bilateral trade and investment. The next edition of the flagship promotional event will take place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on 11 AugustMedia enquiriesHKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Jane CheungTel: (852) 2584 4137Email: jane.mh.cheung@hktdc.orgSam HoTel: (852) 2584 4569Email: sam.sy.ho@hktdc.orgHKTDC Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.comAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. The HKTDC is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong’s trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via trade publications, research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, July 23, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - In the small and medium-sized brokerage sector of Hong Kong stocks, where does the competitiveness of CMBC Capital (1141.HK) truly lie? The answer is not in the label of "bank-affiliated," but in its ability to transform license capabilities, shareholder resources, and professional teams into executable project delivery capabilities. Although CMBC Capital currently has a market capitalization of only HK$5 billion, its historical peak market cap once reached HK$30 billion, making it a veritable giant.License Dimension: Scarce Full-Chain Service CapabilityCMBC Capital holds Type 1, 2, 4, 6, and 9 regulated activity licenses, covering the complete chain from securities trading, futures, advisory, corporate finance to asset management. This means it can meet corporate clients’ cross-border capital needs in a one-stop manner: from offshore bond issuance, Hong Kong IPO sponsorship, M&A financial advisory, to post-listing investor relations, asset management, and wealth management. Such a full-license combination is rare among Hong Kong’s small and mid-sized investment banks, as most peers can only focus on 1-2 niche areas.Investment Banking: Leading Position in Offshore Bond UnderwritingIn 2025, CMBC Capital completed 295 bond underwriting deals with a total scale exceeding US$60.5 billion, and won multiple prestigious awards at the year-end, including DMI’s "2025 Industry Influential Underwriting Institution", Senpu’s "2025 Best Underwriting Team for Chinese Offshore Bonds", and Duration Finance’s "2025 Golden Duration Outstanding Underwriter in the Chinese Offshore Bond Market". In the green finance sector, it participated in 97 ESG offshore bond underwriting deals throughout the year, with a total underwriting amount of US$1.23 billion.Entering 2026, the company continued this momentum: in January, it assisted Hongxing Cold Chain in listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and helped Shandong Development Investment issue US$240 million in sustainable development bonds; in February, CMBC International successfully issued US$300 million in floating-rate notes; in March, it assisted Guangzhou Industrial Investment Fund in issuing RMB 1.733 billion in bonds; in May, it helped Ledong Robot and Tianxing Medical successively list on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. This project density ranks among the top among small and medium-sized Chinese investment banks.Asset Management: Dual Enhancement of Scale and ReputationIn 2025, asset management revenue reached HK$166 million, a year-on-year increase of 22.3%, accounting for 35.56% of total revenue, making it the largest source of income. In March 2026, CMBC Asset Management won three awards at the 2026 "Investment Insights & Mandates," further gaining market recognition for its offshore asset management capabilities. The company clearly stated that it will fully leverage the customer and channel advantages of China Minsheng Bank in the domestic market, vigorously promote entrusted asset management business, focus on product net value management, seize the development opportunities of the Greater Bay Area integration and cross-border connectivity, and build a comprehensive and diversified asset management platform.Business Model: Strategic Choice of an Asset-Light Investment BankIn the 2025 annual report’s business outlook, the company explicitly stated its goal to "fully develop licensed businesses and build an asset-light investment bank." This is a key strategic signal—it means the company will increasingly rely on fee income rather than proprietary investments, thereby reducing earnings cyclicality and improving ROE quality. Based on 2025 data, the share of commission and fee income has already risen significantly, and the asset-light transformation is underway.Risk Control: Continuation of Banking-Grade StandardsCMBC Capital clearly states in its official website introduction: "We attach great importance to balancing business development with compliance and risk control, routinely building and optimizing the company’s internal compliance processes, and continuously strengthening the comprehensive risk management system." Amid the market volatility in 2025, the company’s impairment losses were only HK$4.96 million, a significant decrease from HK$18.19 million in 2024, maintaining excellent asset quality. This robust risk control culture is one of the core features distinguishing bank-backed platforms from private investment banks.In the increasingly competitive landscape of Hong Kong stock investment banking, the ability to consistently secure high-quality projects and seize opportunities in emerging fields (such as digital assets and stablecoin-related businesses) is key to determining the depth of the moat.The company also demonstrates a clear response strategy in its business outlook: focusing research on key areas such as technology, media, and telecommunications; new energy; high-tech; consumer goods and social services; biomedicine; and M&A; continuously leading bond underwriting projects; steadily advancing foundational wealth management businesses; and driving upgrades in securities operations. This dual-track approach of "stabilizing the base with traditional businesses + capturing growth in emerging fields" is pragmatic.Overall assessment: CMBC Capital’s business competitiveness can be summarized in sixteen words: "complete licenses, strong synergy, clear transformation, and stable risk control." It has established differentiated advantages in three sub-sectors: offshore bond underwriting, Hong Kong stock sponsorship, and cross-border asset management. However, it still has some distance from being a "leader." For investors, its business value lies not in being "big and comprehensive," but in the scarcity premium of the rare combination of "a Chinese bank-backed platform + Hong Kong full license + light-capital transformation." Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, July 23, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - CMBC Capital (1141.HK), which once had a historical peak market value of up to 30 billion Hong Kong dollars, is ushering in a new round of growth after undergoing a Painful correction. Facing the uncertainties of the Hong Kong financial market, CMBC Capital has built a revenue base with significant Risk-resistant characteristics by strengthening the fixed-income attributes of asset management and deeply cultivating ESG green finance. This is not only a precise grasp of macro trends but also an important support for the company’s long-term investment value.In the cyclical fluctuations of the capital market, financial institutions that can achieve "the strong get stronger" often possess an asymmetric income structure that can navigate cycles. For CMBC Capital, in addition to its investment banking and financing businesses, the asset management business and its forward-looking layout in the green finance field are increasingly becoming the "ballast stone" for the company’s performance.The asset management business is a sector that CMBC Capital has been deeply cultivating in recent years. At a time when the wealth management market is generally facing the test of net value, CMBC Capital has adopted a prudent strategy centered on fixed-income and alternative investments. By issuing private funds and providing managed account asset management services, the company has converted its professional capabilities in credit bond investment and structured financing into growth in assets under management (AUM). This absolute-return-oriented asset management strategy highly aligns with the urgent demand for capital preservation among current global high-net-worth clients and institutional investors. More importantly, the management fee income brought by the asset management business is highly predictable and recurring, greatly optimizing the company’s income structure and reducing its reliance on income from individual investment banking projects or proprietary trading.At the same time, CMBC Capital’s layout in the fields of green finance and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) demonstrates its strategic foresight that transcends short-term cycles. In recent years, global capital markets have seen an exponential increase in attention to the concept of sustainable development, and Hong Kong, as a leading green finance center in Asia, is ushering in a golden period for green bond issuance. CMBC Capital has keenly captured this trend and actively participates in the underwriting of offshore green bonds and the allocation of green-themed assets. This is not only a positive response to the national "dual carbon" strategy but also a strategic choice with high commercial logic.The green finance business brings Multi-faceted benefits to CMBC Capital: On one hand, the issuers of green bonds are mostly central enterprises, state-owned enterprises, and industry leaders with excellent credit quality. Participating in such projects helps the company improve its Pipeline of high-quality projects and reduce credit risk; on the other hand, in an era where ESG investment is gradually becoming mainstream, securities firms with the ability to create green financial products are more likely to gain favor from international long-term institutional funds, thereby broadening the company’s funding channels.From the perspective of fundamental investing, the market often perceives CMBC Capital (1141.HK) merely as a "traditional Chinese securities firm," underestimating its structural transformation achievements in asset management and green finance. As global capital increasingly tilts toward ESG assets and Hong Kong’s green bond market expands, CMBC Capital’s first-mover advantage and specialized capabilities in this niche will gradually translate into substantial profit contributions. This deep-seated cultivation in areas aligned with future development trends solidifies CMBC Capital’s long-term investment logic, creating an investment target for shareholders that combines safety margins with growth potential. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, July 23, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Core Viewpoint: Against the backdrop of intensifying homogenized competition among Chinese-funded securities firms in Hong Kong stocks, CMBC Capital (1141.HK) has carved out a differentiated "Commercial Bank + Investment Bank" path by deeply integrating with the resource ecosystem of its parent bank, China Minsheng Bank. This endogenous synergy forms a business moat that is difficult for competitors to replicate.In recent years, the Hong Kong capital market has undergone profound cyclical adjustments, with Chinese-funded securities firms generally facing challenges such as pressure on brokerage businesses and fluctuations in IPO primary financing scale. Against this macro backdrop, the traditional securities firm model relying solely on license-based premiums and channel businesses has become unsustainable. As an important offshore investment banking platform under China Minsheng Bank, CMBC Capital demonstrates an counter-cyclical distinct from independent securities firms, with its core logic lying in the full-chain service capability brought by "commercial-investment banking synergy."First, from a business structure perspective, CMBC Capital has not confined itself to traditional capital-light intermediary businesses but has built a diversified business matrix of "corporate finance + asset management + securities trading + lending." Among these, corporate finance and advisory services are the core segments showcasing the company’s investment banking value. Leveraging China Minsheng Bank’s vast base of mainland Chinese corporate clients, CMBC Capital can effectively access high-quality client groups with offshore financing, listing, and M&A needs. This "commercial bank lead generation, investment bank execution" model significantly reduces project search costs for the securities firm and improves deal closure rates. For enterprises, CMBC Capital not only provides equity underwriting and financial advisory services but also coordinates with the parent bank to offer comprehensive financial services such as credit support and cross-border settlement. The customer stickiness of this "one-stop" service far exceeds that of a single investment banking channel service.Second, in the lending and fixed-income business, CMBC Capital demonstrates robust risk pricing capabilities. In the current high-interest-rate environment, the Chinese offshore USD bond market has seen increased volatility. Through strict strict credit risk management and project screening relying on the parent bank’s risk control system, CMBC Capital focuses its business on structured financing and bridge loans backed by high-quality underlying asset collateral. This strategy, primarily based on fixed income with moderate leverage, not only provides the company with stable and substantial interest income, smoothing out performance fluctuations caused by capital market volatility, but also reflects management’s prudence and rationality in a complex macro environment.From an investment value perspective, CMBC Capital’s "synergy premium" has yet to be fully reflected in market valuation. Currently, the overall valuation of the Hong Kong-listed Chinese-funded securities firm sector is at historical lows, with the market often pricing securities firms based on price-to-book (PB) ratio, while overlooking CMBC Capital’s special status as the "strategic executor" of its parent bank overseas. As mainland enterprises "go global" and the internationalization of the renminbi advances, cross-border investment and financing demand will see structural growth. Leveraging the deep ecosystem of its parent bank, CMBC Capital is expected to gain disproportionate share in areas such as cross-border syndicated loans and offshore bond underwriting. For long-term investors, CMBC Capital not only offers the elasticity of valuation recovery in the brokerage sector but also possesses a growth premium underpinned by certainty derived from its commercial banking ecosystem. The historical peak market value of 30 billion may serve as the anchor for this round of valuation recovery. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, July 23, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - When evaluating the investment value of a financial institution, the distinction between "one-time gains" and "operational improvements" is crucial. CMBC Capital (1141.HK), with a historical peak market cap of HK$ 30 billion, is now accelerating its return to that peak. Its 2025 annual report reveals a quality-driven growth, not a simple profit spike.Annual report data shows that in 2025, the company achieved total revenue of HK$467 million, a year-on-year increase of 28.65%; profit for the year was HK$151 million, up 197.73% from HK$50.79 million in 2024; basic earnings per share were 13.77 HK cents, a 200% increase from 4.59 HK cents in the same period last year. In terms of profitability indicators, the operating profit margin was 62.54%, net profit margin 32.35%, return on equity (ROE) 10.03%, and return on assets (ROA) 3.23%. Among small and mid-sized brokers in the Hong Kong capital market industry, this set of data places the company in a clearly improving tier.But what deserves more attention is the optimization of the revenue structure. In 2025, commission and fee income was HK$320 million, a significant increase from HK$218 million in 2024, indicating that fee-based businesses—such as securities underwriting, asset management, and corporate sponsorship—are becoming the main engine of revenue growth. By segment: asset management income was HK$166 million (accounting for 35.56%), securities income HK$104 million (22.33%), fixed income direct investment income HK$99.39 million (21.26%), and corporate finance and advisory income approximately HK$80 million. Among these, securities income surged 116.9% year-on-year, and corporate finance and advisory income grew 100.6% year-on-year.This pattern of "double-digit growth in fee-based income" aligns with the company’s strategic direction of building a "light-asset investment bank." Compared to the heavy-capital model that relies on proprietary investments for returns, the light-capital model offers greater replicability and resilience to economic cycles. This is why, despite fluctuations in the global interest rate environment in 2025, the company still achieved leapfrog profit growth.It should be objectively noted that the substantial profit increase this period includes a reversal of impairment losses from the full repayment of a margin financing client, which contributed approximately HK$14 million to the year-on-year improvement (impairment losses decreased from 18.19 million to HK$4.96 million). Excluding this non-recurring factor, the year-on-year growth rate of operating profit remains at a high level, indicating that the quality of growth is solid.On the balance sheet side, as of December 31, 2025, the company’s total assets stood at HK$5.525 billion, up 43.72% year-on-year; current assets accounted for 99.26% of total assets, with a current ratio of 1.41 and a quick ratio of 1.41, indicating a highly liquid asset structure. Total liabilities were HK$3.897 billion, with an Debt-to-asset ratio of 70.54%. The equity multiplier was 3.39, which is a reasonable level for a licensed financial institution. Cash and cash equivalents amounted to HK$743 million, providing ample liquidity buffer for the company’s business expansion.However, operating cash flow is an aspect of this annual report that requires a cautious view: net cash generated from operating activities was -HK$345 million, with operating cash flow per share of -HK$0.31. This was mainly due to factors such as financial asset allocation and an increase in accounts receivable. For an institution primarily engaged in financial asset trading and underwriting business, the volatility of operating cash flow is naturally high, but the persistently negative status still reminds investors to pay attention to the matching pace between balance sheet expansion and cash flow recovery.From a growth perspective, the company’s operating revenue has a compound annual growth rate of -16.47% over the past three years, while net profit attributable to shareholders of the parent company has a compound annual growth rate of 170.23% over the same period. The divergence between these two figures indicates that the company has undergone business structure adjustments and challenges associated with restructuring over the past three years, and 2025 is the inflection point year when the transformation results are concentratedly released. This also explains why the market is paying attention to its valuation re-rating—analysis from Economic Observer Online points out that the company’s price-to-earnings ratio (TTM) is 13.93 times, lower than some peers, and the better-than-expected performance may trigger valuation re-rating.Overall, the 2025 annual report confirms the arrival of the operating inflection point for CMBC Capital: fee-based businesses have become the main growth engine, the light-capital model is gradually materializing, and profitability indicators have comprehensively improved. However, investors should also soberly recognize that the contribution from one-time impairment reversal, the pressure on operating cash flow, and the fact of negative revenue compound growth over the past three years all mean that this "improvement" requires continuous verification over the next 2-3 years. It is an encouraging annual report, but not one that can be blindly optimistic about. 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WEST PALM BEACH, FL AND WINDSOR, ENGLAND, July 22, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - U.S. Polo Assn.® in partnership with Brand Machine Group (BMG), its partner in the United Kingdom, proudly continued its long-standing support of the British high-goal season as the Official Apparel Partner of the 2026 St. Regis British Open Polo Championship for the Cowdray Gold Cup, held June 23 through July 19 at Cowdray Park Polo Club, known widely as "The Home of British Polo."1) 2026 St. Regis British Open Polo Championship for the Cowdray Gold Cup Winners, Gaston Polo Team, accepting trophy on stage at Cowdray Park Polo Club2) Gaston Polo Team attacking the ball against Dubai Polo Team in the 2026 St. Regis British Open Polo Championship for the Cowdray Gold Cup Final3) The British Ladies Open Championship Finalists, Yaguara and Salty Polo, on stage at Cowdray Park Polo Club4) U.S. Polo Assn.'s Experiential Merchandise Tent spotlighting the brand's campaign, ‘The Polo Shirt: An Icon Born from the Game™‘ at the 2026 St. Regis British Open Polo Championship for the Cowdray Gold CupPhoto Credit: Mark BeaumontThe British Open Polo Championship for the Cowdray Gold Cup Final will be featured on the award-winning series, "Breakaway: Polo in Europe" on TNT, Eurosport, and Global Polo YouTube. Check local listings for airtimes.As one of the most celebrated tournaments in the world, the St. Regis British Open Polo Championship for the Cowdray Gold Cup brought 19 elite teams and many of the sport of polo's most accomplished international players together for nearly a month of high-goal competition. The 22-goal tournament featured standout players, including 10-goalers Poroto Cambiaso and Camilo ‘Jeta' Castagnola, along with a deep field of 9-goal talent such as Adolfo Cambiaso, Facundo Pieres, Fran Elizalde, Tomas Panelo, Hilario Ulloa, Pablo Mac Donough, Juan Martin Nero, Bartolome ‘Barto' Castagnola, and rising star Lorenzo Chavanne (8-goal), to name a few.As part of its multi-year partnership with Cowdray Park Polo Club, U.S. Polo Assn. provided custom co-branded apparel to all on-site staff, presented the MVP Award, and donated to Cowdray's selected charity, Midhurst Palliative Care. Enhancing the final day of the tournament, U.S. Polo Assn. hosted an Experiential Merchandise Tent highlighting the brand's newest global campaign, The Polo Shirt: An Icon Born from the Game™, a photo wall, an inflatable polo shirt, and the brand's signature cocktail, The Divot Stomp, served in a souvenir aluminum cup with a polo mallet stirrer. All branded elements highlighted the U.S. Polo Assn.'s authentic connection to the sport of polo and the evolution of its fashion icon, the polo shirt.St. Regis British Open Polo Championship for the Cowdray Gold Cup Final At-a-Glance:Final Matchup: Gaston Polo Team (Gonzalo Ferrari, Cruz Heguy, Beltran Laulhe, Jean Pal Luksic) vs. Dubai Polo Team (Tariq Albwardy, Bartolome ‘Barto' Castagnola, Antonio Heguy, Santos Merlos)Date: July 19, 2026Location: Cowdray Park Polo ClubFinal Score: 9 (Gaston Polo Team) - 8 (Dubai Polo Team)U.S. Polo Assn. MVP Award: Cruz Heguy (Gaston Polo Team), presented with the U.S. Polo Assn. MVP Weekender Bag by J. Michael Prince (President & CEO, USPA Global) and Boo Jalil (CEO, Brand Machine Group). St. Regis also presented a 2-Night Stay at any Europe St. Regis hotel, given by Gwendoline ChristieBest Playing Pony: Alberts Yarára, played by Bartolome ‘Barto' Castagnola, owned by Dubai Polo Team, and presented by The Honorary Lila PearsonCharity Beneficiary: Midhurst Palliative CareBroadcast: Game featured on "Breakaway: Polo in Europe" on TNT, Eurosport, and Global Polo YouTube. Check local listings for airtimes.Game Highlights: In an unforgettable final, underdog Gaston Polo Team defeated Dubai Polo Team 9-8, leading nearly 80 percent of the match and never allowing the favorites to pull away. Gaston opened with its strongest chukka, taking an early 2-0 lead, while Dubai's Bartolome ‘Barto' Castagnola worked to control the pace alongside Santos Merlos and Antonio Heguy. The Gaston players responded with fast, open, attacking gameplay, breaking up Dubai's rhythm and keeping the closely matched contest within reach throughout. Cruz Heguy finished as the top goal scorer, helping write a new chapter in Cowdray Gold Cup history as the Heguy name returned to the trophy across generations."U.S. Polo Assn. is honored to continue supporting the 2026 St. Regis British Open Polo Championship for the Cowdray Gold Cup as the Official Apparel Partner, one of the most prestigious tournaments in the world," said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global, the company that manages and markets the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. "From world-class athletes and historic grounds to meaningful fan engagement, this tournament represents everything that makes the sport of polo so compelling."This year also marked a significant milestone for the women's tournament, with the British Ladies Open Championship Final held on the same day as the St. Regis British Open Polo Championship for the Cowdray Gold Cup for the first time. The 22-Goal British Ladies Open Championship, played July 6-19, further underscored Cowdray Park Polo Club's role as a global stage for the sport of polo and reflected the sport's distinctive format, where men and women can compete together at the highest levels. U.S. Polo Assn. proudly donated to the Power of Polo charity at the British Ladies Open Championship.British Ladies Open Championship Final At-a-Glance:Final Matchup: Yaguara (Mia Cambiaso, Myla Cambiaso, Milly Hine, Martina Lowe) vs. Salty Polo (Nina Clarkin, Bella Lavinia, Catalina Lavinia, Madison Rochlin)Date: July 19, 2026Location: Cowdray Park Polo ClubFinal Score: 7 (Yaguara) - 6.5 (Salty Polo)Gusbourne MVP Award: Milly Hine (Yaguara)Best Playing Pony: Matuza Cassie, owned and played by Catalina Lavinia (Salty Polo)Charity Beneficiary: Power of Polo"In partnership with U.S. Polo Assn., we are proud to continue building meaningful connections between sport, heritage, and lifestyle while bringing the energy of the St. Regis British Open Polo Championship for the Cowdray Gold Cup to fans and consumers in the U.K. and beyond," said Boo Jalil, CEO of Brand Machine Group, the United Kingdom partner for the U.S. Polo Assn. brand. "This tournament is an exceptional platform to showcase the authenticity of U.S. Polo Assn. and its deep connection to the sport of polo, while also supporting an elevated experience for guests throughout the final day."Cowdray Park Polo Club, set in the heart of the English countryside, is known for hosting some of the most competitive and memorable moments in the sport of polo. The 2026 Final for the 2026 St. Regis British Open Polo Championship for the Cowdray Gold Cup continued that tradition, bringing together global athletes, passionate fans, luxury partners, and a vibrant on-site atmosphere that celebrated both the history and future of the tournament."We are delighted to have U.S. Polo Assn. continue as the Official Apparel Partner of the St. Regis British Open Polo Championship for the Cowdray Gold Cup," said Jonathan Russell, CEO of Cowdray Estate. "Their ongoing support enhances the tournament experience for players, staff, and guests, while helping elevate the global profile of Cowdray Park Polo Club and one of the most important competitions in the sport of polo."About U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA GlobalU.S. Polo Assn. is the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the largest association of polo clubs and polo players in the United States, founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through more than 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores as well as thousands of additional points of distribution, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children in more than 190 countries worldwide. The brand sponsors major polo events around the world, including the U.S. Open Polo Championship®, held annually at NPC in The Palm Beaches, the premier polo tournament in the United States. Historic deals with ESPN in the United States, TNT and Eurosport in Europe, Star Sports in India, and BeIn Sports in the Middle East now broadcast several of the premier polo championships in the world, sponsored by U.S. Polo Assn., making the thrilling sport accessible to millions of sports fans globally for the very first time.U.S. Polo Assn. has recently been named one of USA Today's Most Trusted Brands and has consistently been named one of the top global sports licensors in the world alongside the NFL, PGA Tour, and Formula 1, according to License Global. In addition, the sport-inspired brand is being recognized internationally with awards for global growth and sport content. Due to its tremendous success as a global brand, U.S. Polo Assn. has been featured in Forbes, Fortune, Modern Retail, and GQ as well as on Yahoo Finance and Bloomberg, among many other noteworthy media sources around the world. For more information, visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn.USPA Global is a subsidiary of the United States Polo Association (USPA) and manages the multi-billion-dollar sports brand, U.S. Polo Assn. USPA Global also manages the subsidiary, Global Polo, which is the worldwide leader in polo sport content. To learn more, visit globalpolo.com or Global Polo on YouTube.About Brand Machine Group (BMG)BMG is an international leader in fashion innovation which has established itself as a vertical manufacturer and global licensing specialist with over four decades of industry experience. Partnering with recognized market leaders, BMG manages a seamless and collaborative process of designing, manufacturing, and delivering quality products while championing the DNA of a diverse portfolio of brands, spanning fashion, sports, outdoor, and homeware including adult fashion, kidswear, and accessories.BMG's portfolio of brands includes U.S. Polo Assn., Penfield, New Balance Kids, Duchamp, Jack Wills, Flyers American Born, Lee Kids, Peckham Rye, Wrangler Kids, Juicy Couture, Franklin & Marshall, Elle Junior and Ben Sherman. BMG reaffirms its commitment to upholding sustainable and ethical business practices by ensuring full transparency throughout its global supply chain, aligning with the ETI Base Code.Visit brandmachinegroup.com and follow @brandmachinegroup. For appointments contact, sales@brandmachinegroup.com.For Further Information, Contact:Shannon Stilson - VP, Sports Marketing & MediaPhone +001.561.227.6994 - E-mail: sstilson@uspagl.comStacey Kovalsky - VP, Global PR & CommunicationsPhone +001.561.790.8036 - E-mail: skovalsky@uspagl.comGina Digregorio - Marketing Consultant, Brand Machine GroupPhone: +44 (0) 7741 635 984| E-mail: gina.digregorio@brandmachinegroup.comSOURCE: U.S. Polo Assn. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com