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T-Mobile US, Inc. finalized exchange offers for Array Digital Infrastructure’s senior notes, linked to their May 2024 Securities Purchase Agreement. The offers involved exchanging old Array notes due in 2033, 2069, and 2070 for new T-Mobile USA notes with matching terms. Concurrent consent solicitations amended indentures tied to the old notes. As of August 1, 2025, the exchange was completed, with settlement expected around August 5, 2025. D.F. King & Co., Inc. managed the exchange process. The transaction is a debt restructuring, with no cash proceeds received by T-Mobile.

Above Food Ingredients (ABVE) is merging with Palm Global Technologies, with ~90% shareholder support. ABVE appointed CBIZ CPA to regain Nasdaq compliance. Palm Global partners with Promax United to tokenize $1.5T in sovereign assets and launch a gold-backed stablecoin ($350B US gold). Fifteen African nations may adopt the stablecoin as official currency, adding over $100B in assets to Palm Global’s balance sheet. ABVE faces Nasdaq delinquency but anticipates audit completion within 4-6 weeks.

Silicon Metals Corp. (CSE:SI) has received five-year exploration permits from the B.C. Ministry of Mining and Critical Minerals for its Ptarmigan Silica Project in British Columbia. The permits, effective from July 31, 2025, to December 30, 2030, authorize surface drilling, trenching, and bulk sampling of up to 2,000 tonnes. This milestone allows the company to explore the project’s high-purity silica potential. The project is wholly-owned by Silicon Metals and is located approximately 130 kilometers northeast of Prince George.

Texas Community Bancshares, Inc. (TCBS) reports a strong Q2 2025 with net income of $678,000, a significant increase from Q2 2024’s $348,000. First half 2025 net income reached $1.3 million, contrasting sharply with a $2.3 million net loss in H1 2024. CEO Jason Sobel attributes the success to higher-yielding commercial loans, net interest margin focus, and expense management. The bank is investing in technology and new products. Despite two large delinquent loan relationships, TCBS remains optimistic about future growth and shareholder value.

Barrick Mining (NYSE:B) released its Summary Sustainability Report, highlighting six years of ESG progress since its merger. The company has distributed over $70 billion to stakeholders and focuses on UN Sustainable Development Goals, workplace safety, and greenhouse gas emission management. Barrick is transitioning to renewable energy and investing in community infrastructure like schools, clinics, and water projects. The Summary Report offers a simplified overview of Barrick’s global environmental and social impact alongside the comprehensive 2024 Sustainability Report.

Washington Trust has received the Exemplary Worksite Health Award for the ninth year in a row from Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island and the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce. This award recognizes the bank’s commitment to employee well-being, as demonstrated by its comprehensive wellness program spanning physical, emotional, and financial health. Employee resource groups and consistently high satisfaction survey results further highlight Washington Trust’s dedication to a positive and inclusive workplace. The bank has received the award for over 15 years.

Cinemark is enhancing the moviegoing experience across its 500 theaters globally through continuous investments in technology, comfort, and amenities. This includes upgrading to laser projection, ensuring near-perfect projector uptime, and expanding premium formats like XD and ScreenX. Luxury Lounger recliners and D-BOX motion seats offer enhanced comfort. Cinemark also offers diverse food and beverage options, loyalty programs, and discount programs. With these improvements, Cinemark aims to solidify its position as a leading destination for cinematic storytelling, boasting a 95% customer satisfaction rate.

FOXO Technologies’ Big South Fork Medical Center in Tennessee has partnered with Covenant Health, a major East Tennessee healthcare provider. The agreement allows Big South Fork to offer swing bed services, providing post-acute care to Covenant Health’s patients closer to their homes. This aligns with FOXO’s growth strategy, aiming to increase the hospital’s revenue by leveraging Covenant Health’s network and expanding service offerings. This is positive due to the new strategic partnership, expansion of service, and increased revenue potiential.

Fluor Corporation reported its Q2 2025 financial results, marked by the first LNG shipment from the LNG Canada project but impacted by challenges in infrastructure projects and client spending shifts, leading to adjusted 2025 guidance. While Urban and Energy Solutions profits declined due to cost overruns and an arbitration ruling, respectively, Mission Solutions remained steady. The company is revising its adjusted EBITDA and EPS forecasts for 2025. A conference call was held August 1st to discuss the results.