LAS VEGAS, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Equity Insider News Commentary - The affordability squeeze in American housing has done something the factory-built sector spent decades waiting for: it has produced buyers. Cavco Industries reported selling 20,842 factory-built homes in fiscal 2026 in its most recent annual report, against 19,753 the prior year and 16,928 the year before that. Champion Homes reported fiscal 2026 net sales of $2.7 billion, up 7.3%, and sold homes in the United States at an average selling price of roughly $99,300 in the preceding quarter. Reporting those fiscal 2026 results, Champion Homes President and Chief Executive Officer Tim Larson attributed the year to addressing unmet demand from affordability-constrained consumers, and pointed to what he called a differentiated channel strategy alongside the company's family of brands.

Active Companies from around the markets with current developments this week include: BOXABL Inc. (Nasdaq: BXBL), Cavco Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq: CVCO), and Champion Homes, Inc. (NYSE: SKY).

Supply is following demand into the factory. For investors the open question is which companies capture it, and the disclosures of the established players suggest the answer turns on two things at once: what a manufacturer can build, and the route by which it reaches a buyer.

The route is described in the incumbents' own filings. Cavco reports operating 33 production lines across the United States and Mexico while selling through 92 company-owned retail stores alongside an independent distributor network, and it runs a finance subsidiary, CountryPlace, and an insurance subsidiary, Standard Casualty. Champion Homes describes a differentiated channel strategy and has been building out retail and digital capability, including the acquisition of Iseman Homes. Those are descriptions of businesses in which manufacturing sits alongside retail, lending and insurance rather than standing alone. No third-party study is relied on for that observation; it is drawn from the companies' own reporting, and the inference is the publisher's.

Regulation is the other half. A factory-built unit has to satisfy the code regime of wherever it lands, and those regimes differ by state and sometimes by county. A unit built to recreational vehicle standards can go places a residential-code unit cannot, and vice versa. Every state approval a manufacturer secures is a market that opens, and every one it lacks is a market that stays shut regardless of how good the product is or how cheaply it can be made.

For a newer entrant, that makes the deployment record a useful companion to the technology itself rather than a substitute for it. The manufacturing system is the asset. A list of completed projects is the evidence of that asset working outside the factory, under real code regimes and for buyers who are not all the same: who bought the units, what they used them for, whether the units went into permanent service, and in how many states any of it is permitted. A company that can show a campground operator, a disaster relief agency, a nonprofit housing developer, a short-term rental operator and a resort chain all deploying the same product is showing its technology validated across several regulatory pathways at once.

BOXABL Inc. (Nasdaq: BXBL) Highlights Portfolio of Projects Spanning Disaster Relief, Hospitality, and Residential Communities Nationwide

- A dozen park-model RV Casita units delivered to American Campground on Las Vegas Boulevard, where they remain in permanent use as on-site accommodations.

- A Casita unit supplied to support wildfire relief efforts in Pasadena, California following the January 2025 Los Angeles-area fires.

- A 12-unit stacked Casita project completed for Catholic Charities in Oklahoma City, among the first multi-unit stacked deployments of the product.

- Pasadera, a 12-unit Casita community on roughly three acres outside Stillwater, Oklahoma, described as the first commercial short-term rental community built on the Company's technology.

- Ten units delivered to the first two Horizons Getaways eco-luxury resort locations, in Patrick, South Carolina and Grapeland, Texas, with further sites planned in Tennessee, Florida, California and Ohio.

- Regulatory approvals secured in Arizona, California, New Mexico, Nevada, South Carolina and Texas, broadening the markets where the Casita Studio can be sold and deployed.

BOXABL Inc. (Nasdaq: BXBL) announced on September 9, 2026 a portfolio of completed and in-progress projects showing where its factory-built housing system has been deployed. The individual deployments have been disclosed previously through the Company's website, prior news releases and its filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. What the release adds is consolidation: the projects are set out together, with their customer types, use cases and the states in which the Company holds approvals, in a single view.

"Every one of these projects started as a different problem for someone, a base that needed housing fast, a developer who wanted a better way to build an Airbnb park," said Galiano Tiramani, co-founder and co-Chief Executive Officer of BOXABL. "What ties them together is the same factory-built system, and the same idea: quality housing shouldn't require a year of construction and a budget that keeps climbing to get there."

The individual entries are worth separating, because they are not variations on one customer type. At American Campground on Las Vegas Boulevard, a dozen park-model RV Casita units are in permanent use as commercial lodging inventory, built to the same RV industry standards used across the outdoor hospitality sector. That is a different regulatory pathway and a different buyer from a residential installation, and the units stayed rather than being demobilised.

In Pasadena, California, the Company supplied a Casita to support relief efforts after the January 2025 wildfires. In Oklahoma City, a builder turned BOXABL developer completed a 12-unit stacked Casita project for Catholic Charities, one of the first multi-unit stacked deployments rather than a single backyard installation. That project then became the proving ground for the same developer's next effort.

That next effort is Pasadera, a 12-unit Casita community on roughly three acres outside Stillwater, Oklahoma, launched by developer Zach Punnett and marketed as a resort-style short-term rental destination near Oklahoma State University. Units are fully furnished and aimed at game-day visitors, parents, business travelers and short-term renters, at nightly rates the Company says sit well below comparable local hotel stays. It is described as the first commercial short-term rental community built on BOXABL's technology.

The largest commitment in the release is the Horizons Getaways relationship, a network of eco-luxury cabin resorts across multiple states. Ten units have been delivered to the first two locations, Hideaway Inn in Patrick, South Carolina and a second property in Grapeland, Texas, with additional sites planned across Tennessee, Florida, California and Ohio, subject to securing regulatory approval in Tennessee, Florida and Ohio. Beyond these, the Company continues to deliver units individually to homeowners, dealers and small builders, with recent deployments across California, Utah and New Mexico.

The regulatory line in the release deserves as much attention as the projects. BOXABL states it has secured approvals in Arizona, California, New Mexico, Nevada, South Carolina and Texas, and says it plans to pursue approvals in other high-demand states. Six states is not a national footprint, but it is a measurable number that can be tracked, and it is the constraint that governs how far any of the deployment models above can be replicated.

On the product side, the release updates the catalogue. The Casita, the Company's core product, remains a 361-square-foot studio with full kitchen, bathroom and utilities that unfolds on site in under an hour. The smaller 120-square-foot Baby Box, built to RV code for simpler no-foundation setups, is described as currently in the prototype phase with no production start date determined. Stackable and connectable models intended to form townhomes, multifamily units and larger single-family homes remain in development. The Company's "Build with BOXABL" developer program carries different minimum order sizes depending on the offering: 50 units for current products in states the Company does not presently service, and 100 units for the Phase 2 Developer Series, as set out on the Company's website. Filings are available on EDGAR.

There are several risks associated with the Company's plans.

BOXABL is an early-stage manufacturer whose value depends on producing units at volume, at a cost that works, and selling them; none of that is proven at scale, and the deployments described in this release number in the tens rather than the thousands. The Baby Box has no production start date, and the stackable and connectable models that would take the company from single dwellings to density remain in development with no confirmed timeline. Regulatory approvals cover six states, and expansion beyond them is not assured. The Company became publicly traded through a business combination with a special purpose acquisition company in July 2026, a route associated with volatility, dilution and a limited operating history as a public company, and it filed a universal shelf registration in July 2026 permitting up to $500 million of securities over time, any issuance of which would dilute existing holders. Scaling manufacturing is capital intensive. Past share price performance is not indicative of future results.

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New partnership puts specialist booking where patients and caregivers are already searching — closing the gap between researching a condition and seeing a specialist who treats it.

HUNTINGTON, N.Y., Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- DxCheck, the next-generation health information platform that guides patients and caregivers through their medical journey with personalized content backed by verified clinical sources, announced today a new partnership with Zocdoc, the healthcare access infrastructure that connects patients to great care. Through this partnership, patients can more seamlessly discover and book appointments on the DxCheck platform, powered by Zocdoc. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to simplifying patients' healthcare experience and accelerating their access to quality care.

Every day, patients and caregivers come to DxCheck with a symptom they can't explain, a new diagnosis they're trying to make sense of, or a condition they're managing month to month. DxCheck helps them make sense of their symptoms, better understand their health, and prepare for a conversation with a doctor. Making that conversation easy to act on is the natural next step, and Zocdoc is the best partner to close the last mile between understanding a condition and getting seen for it.

Utilizing the DxCheck platform, patients can now browse healthcare providers' appointment availability in real time, filter by insurance coverage, and instantly book appointments seamlessly through Zocdoc — often for same- or next-day visits. The experience is designed to meet patients where they are, 24/7, offering a simple, digital-first way to find and schedule care that fits their needs.

"Patients and caregivers come to DxCheck for clarity about their health. This partnership means they can act on that clarity in the same moment — finding a specialist who treats their condition and booking a visit without starting over somewhere else. Zocdoc is the right partner to make that step as dependable as the information that leads to it." — Chris Searles, CEO and Co-Founder, DxCheck

Patients can find a provider in key areas across DxCheck, including condition pages, health articles, and assessment results. The specialists shown are relevant to the condition the patient or caregiver is reading about and filtered by proximity, so a conversation with the right doctor is easier to arrange.

Providers on Zocdoc are now discoverable on DxCheck, making it easier than ever for patients to access the specialist care they need — when, where, and how they want it.

About DxCheck

DxCheck is a next-generation health information platform designed to guide patients and caregivers through their medical journey with personalized content backed by verified clinical sources. Founded by a team of digital health veterans, DxCheck fills a critical gap in the online health space: trustworthy, actionable content that serves both the patient and physician communities.

With tools like intelligent symptom checks, assessments, structured educational content, healthcare professional validation, and dynamic, personalized content and tools, DxCheck is redefining how digital health serves the evolving needs of consumers and healthcare professionals. To better understand your health visit https://dxcheck.com/.

About Zocdoc

Zocdoc is the healthcare access infrastructure that connects patients to great care. By powering seamless scheduling wherever patients are seeking care, Zocdoc helps them move from being stuck to being seen. Each month, millions of patients find and book appointments with providers, powered by Zocdoc—on the company's website and app, and across online search, insurance directories, providers' websites, practice phone lines, and more—with the typical appointment happening within 24 to 72 hours from booking.

With nearly two decades of experience unifying healthcare's fragmentation, Zocdoc is uniquely positioned to power access across insurance plans, PMS and EHR systems, specialties, visit types, and provider organizations of every size. By fixing healthcare at the start, Zocdoc empowers patients to get the care they need, when they need it, while delivering scaled patient growth providers can count on.

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Vaping: Know the truth curriculum includes new lessons, videos, and content to address, e-cigarettes, oral nicotine pouches, cigarettes, cannabis and changing patterns of use

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As students across the country head back to school, Truth Initiative today released an updated Vaping: Know the truth curriculum with new lessons, videos and content to combat today's addiction landscape, including e-cigarettes, oral nicotine pouches, cigarettes, cannabis, and changing patterns of use. This free national youth nicotine prevention curriculum is designed for middle school and high school students and includes lessons to educate youth on these products and empower young people with refusal skills to help them navigate real-world situations.

With more than 1.8 million students active on the course since its initial launch in 2020, Vaping: Know the truth has become a trusted resource for educators working to prevent youth nicotine addiction and connect students with support to quit. The course uses a youth-centered, peer-to-peer voice and interactive digital format to provide facts about nicotine addiction, industry marketing tactics, health risks, and the benefits of living nicotine-free. The newly launched curriculum builds on prior offerings and now features new videos, a fresh design, and expanded content that reflects the vapes most popular with young people today, including the shift from earlier pod-based products like JUUL to the illegal, flavored disposable e-cigarettes that now dominate the market.

"Young people are facing a rapidly evolving addiction landscape, encountering a wide range substances in schools, online, and in popular culture," said Kathy Crosby, CEO and President of Truth Initiative. "This refreshed curriculum meets that moment by giving educators and students clear, relevant, and engaging information about the full range of addiction risks facing young people today, along with the skills to recognize those risks, make informed choices, and seek support when they need it."

Recent national data show both meaningful progress and ongoing concern regarding youth nicotine use. A federal study analyzing National Youth Tobacco Survey data found that current youth e-cigarette use has declined to its lowest level in nearly a decade. Yet e-cigarettes remain the top tobacco product used by youth, with 1.44 million middle and high school students reporting current use. Among students who vape, more than one in four use e-cigarettes daily and more than four in 10 use them at least 20 of the last 30 days.

This national data also show that many young people are using more than one tobacco or nicotine product with 740,000 young people reporting use of multiple tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, cigarettes, and nicotine pouches. A recent Truth Initiative report similarly found that more than 45% of youth and nearly 53% of young adults who report past-month e-cigarette use also report using at least one additional tobacco product, including cigarettes, pouches, and cigars.

Reflecting these changing patterns of youth nicotine use, oral nicotine pouches are a key focus of the updated curriculum. These products, including brands like Zyn, On!, and Velo, are among one of the fastest-growing segments of the nicotine market, with sales nearly quadrupling from $146 million to $539.5 million between January 2023 and December 2025. While data show that youth use of nicotine pouches remains low, their rapid growth raises concerns about future uptake, particularly as teachers are increasingly reporting seeing these products on school campuses.

The updated curriculum also addresses cigarettes amid renewed concerns about their cultural reemergence. After decades of progress reducing youth smoking, cigarettes are appearing in social media content, streaming entertainment, fashion, and celebrity imagery. This kind of exposure can make smoking appear more common, stylish, or socially acceptable, especially for young people who may not fully understand the health risks and addictive potential of nicotine.

Addiction risks also rarely occur in isolation. Behaviors like nicotine vaping, cannabis use, gaming, and gambling often overlap and reinforce one another, shaping how prevention and cessation strategies may need to evolve and be applied. Recognizing these needs, the curriculum also builds on lessons addressing cannabis use which were added in 2024. Cannabis and tobacco products are two of the most commonly used substances among U.S. youth, underscoring the importance of prevention resources that address nicotine, cannabis, and co-use together.

Vaping: Know the truth is made available to schools by Everfi®, a leading provider of personal finance and essential life-skills education, as a free, self-guided digital learning experience that helps students understand the risks of vaping and nicotine use while connecting those who already use nicotine with resources to quit. The curriculum is designed to be a positive prevention and education resource, not a form of discipline. Through the curriculum, students already using nicotine can access EX Program by Truth Initiative, a free, evidence-based digital quit program developed in collaboration with Mayo Clinic that provides personalized quit plans, interactive text messaging, and an online community to support people in quitting nicotine products, including e-cigarettes, cigarettes, and oral nicotine pouches. Additional research also shows that EX Program can help young people who use nicotine quit both nicotine and cannabis.

Truth Initiative research has shown that Vaping: Know the truth increases student knowledge about e-cigarettes and nicotine addiction. A study of more than 100,000 middle and high school students found that students who completed the digital course saw a 15% average increase in e-cigarette knowledge scores compared to before completing the course.

"Educators are on the front lines, and they need resources that are current, proven effective, and easy to use," Crosby said. "With updated lessons, new videos, and a fresh design, Vaping: Know the truth gives schools a free, engaging tool to help students understand the risks they are facing today and protect themselves from addiction. And for students who are already using nicotine, the curriculum helps connect them with free quitting support, so they know they do not have to do it alone."

The refreshed Vaping: Know the truth curriculum is now available for the 2026 school year. Learn more by visiting truthinitiative.org/vaping-curriculum. While the course is free, Truth Initiative also works with partners to sustain and grow course usage in their footprint. To learn more, contact [email protected].

About Truth Initiative

Truth Initiative® is a national nonprofit public health organization committed to a future free from lifelong addiction, fostering healthier lives and a more resilient nation. Our mission is to prevent youth and young adult nicotine addiction and empower quitting for all. Through our evidence-based, market-leading cessation intervention, EX® Program, and national public education campaigns, we lead the fight against youth and young adult tobacco use. Learn more at truthinitiative.org.

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IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In advance of its arrival in December, the 2027 Karma Gyesera Grand Coupe has already captured the attention of the prestigious Green Car Awards, which has named it the 2027 Luxury Green Car of the Year. Recognizing the year's most environmentally positive new vehicles across a range of consumer needs and lifestyles, the Green Car Awards have been presented by Green Car Journal annually since 2005 and are recognized as the auto industry's most influential environmental honors.

"The Karma Gyesera Grand Coupe is the only true luxury Hybrid EREV vehicle in the world, offering a one-of-a-kind combination of handcrafted luxury, low-volume exclusivity, captivating design and exceptional efficiency," says Marques McCammon, President and Chief Executive, Karma Automotive. "We deeply thank the Green Car Awards for naming Gyesera the 2027 Luxury Green Car of the Year, and look forward to placing the Gyesera in owners' hands later this year."

"The Karma Gyesera stands apart in today's increasingly competitive electrified market," says Ron Cogan, Editor and Publisher of Green Car Journal and GreenCarJournal.com. "Its striking design, extended-range capability, premium craftsmanship, and exclusivity make it a deserving recipient of the 2027 Luxury Green Car of the Year award."

The award-winning Green Car Journal has focused on the intersection of automobiles, energy, and the environment since 1992. The magazine's digital edition can be accessed through GreenCarJournal.com.

The Karma Gyesera Grand Coupe arrives at Karma dealerships in December with a base MSRP of $139,995USD. Constructed with a high-strength aluminum space frame and extensive use of carbon fiber reinforced composites across the vehicle's exterior, Gyesera packs a potent punch of razor-sharp design, luxurious refinement for four passengers and low-volume exclusivity for drivers seeking to jettison the ordinary. Featuring the latest evolution of Karma Automotive's Hybrid EREV powertrain (HRL15665), Gyesera delivers 566 horsepower and 546 lb/ft torque, accelerating the car from 0-60mph in just under 3.7 seconds. The Karma Gyesera is now available to the public for online configuration and pre-specification at KarmaAutomotive.com

About Karma Automotive

Karma Automotive is America's only full-line ultra-luxury vehicle manufacturer, and a pioneer of Hybrid EREV (Extended Range Electric) vehicles which it manufactures at its Karma Innovation and Customization Center (KICC) in Moreno Valley, CA. Its Executive, Product Development, and Design headquarters are located in nearby Irvine, CA. The Karma portfolio embodies California's spirit of innovation and entrepreneurial boldness, reflected by the signature Comet Line which is the central hallmark of Karma's new design language. Sales of the 3rd Generation Karma Revero sport sedan, the world's first luxury Hybrid EREV plug-in, and its performance-tuned stablemate, Revero Invictus, are now underway in the USA and EU, offering luxury balanced with conscientiousness delivered without compromise. The Gyesera Grand Coupe, a Hybrid EREV four-seater, arrives at dealerships in December 2026; and the Amaris GT 2-Door Hybrid EREV arrives in Q4 2027. The Karma Kaveya Super Coupe, with over 1,000HP and butterfly-doors, will arrive in Q1 2028, to be followed by the Karma Ivara GT-UV: both EVs will incorporate SDVA (Software-Defined Vehicle Architecture) developed with leading technology partners. For more information, visit www.karmaautomotive.com) 

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Sponsorship supports "The People's Tree" journey from Idaho to Washington, D.C.

SADDLE BROOK, N.J., Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrating the meaning of the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, Arrow Tool Group's support as a Diamond Sponsor will contribute to bringing the 2026 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree from its home state of Idaho to the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol. The tree's journey is made possible through the generous support of sponsors and partners in collaboration with the U.S. Forest Service and the Society of American Foresters.

"The journey of the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree from Idaho to Washington, D.C., is a remarkable undertaking that would not be possible without the support of valued partners like Arrow Tool Group. From the moment the tree is selected in the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests to its arrival on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, countless individuals and organizations work together to make this tradition a reality," said Heath Perrine, Deputy Forest Supervisor.

As part of the partnership, Arrow® will provide tools and equipment to support the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree team, holiday tool kit donations and public relations support that helps engage communities and celebrate one of America's most cherished holiday traditions.

"Arrow® has always believed that tools do more than build projects…they build communities, traditions and memories," said Roberto Izaguirre, CEO of Arrow Tool Group. "We are honored to partner with the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree project and support an initiative that brings people together from coast to coast while celebrating the holiday season. As a company founded in 1929, this partnership perfectly reflects our belief that the tools we make help build something much larger than a project, they help build America."

As a company whose tools are trusted every day to build, repair and keep projects moving forward, Arrow understands the importance of having the right tools on hand to support a journey of this scale. From preparing the tree for transport to helping ensure the special trailer and tour operations keep rolling from community to community, partners like Arrow play an important role behind the scenes. "The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree is much more than a holiday tradition, it is an opportunity to connect Americans with the forests, communities and people that make this project possible. Partners like Arrow Tool Group help bring this experience to life by supporting educational outreach and the cross-country journey of the People's Tree. We are grateful for Arrow's commitment to helping share the story of sustainable forestry and the many hands that come together each year to deliver this special gift to the nation," said Terry Baker, CEO, Society of American Foresters.

The tree will be harvested from the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests in late October. Its journey will include a series of community celebrations before it is delivered to the U.S. Capitol in late November, where it will be decorated with handmade ornaments specially created by Idaho residents.

Festivities that are free to the public are made possible through sponsorship and are designed to encourage community engagement along the tree's journey. Communities will have the opportunity to see the tree in person during the tour, participate in special events, learn about forestry practices and celebrate this cherished American tradition.

About Arrow Tool Group

Arrow Fastener, LLC, doing business as Arrow Tool Group, is a U.S.-based manufacturer and distributor of staple guns, glue guns, rivet tools and the Arrow RevealCut™ Ceiling Tile Workstation, headquartered in Saddle Brook, New Jersey. Since 1929, Arrow has been a leader in fastening solutions across big-box home improvement stores and traditional hardware retail channels. For more than five decades, the T50® staple gun has set the industry standard as the world's best-selling staple gun, with more than 50 million sold worldwide.

Today, Arrow Tool Group is a trusted supplier of reliable, innovative and affordable products from the Arrow™, Goldblatt®, Pony Jorgensen®, SK Professional Tools® and Arrow RevealCut™ brands, serving building trade professionals, DIYers and ceiling installation specialists. For more information, visit arrowtoolgroup.com.

About the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree

The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree initiative is a 55-year tradition in which one of America's 154 national forests provides a tree for the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol for the holiday season. The project is made possible with support from partners, including the Society of American Foresters, cash and in-kind contributions from large and small businesses and volunteers locally and across America. To learn more and join in the Christmas spirit, visit www.uscapitolchristmastree.com and follow uscapitolchristmastree on Facebook and Instagram.

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The limited-edition collection launches exclusively at Target in September, introducing three signature scents inspired by Baker Mayfield's daily routine and supporting the Baker & Emily Mayfield Foundation.

MILL VALLEY, Calif., Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Every Man Jack, the leading B Corp-certified men's personal care brand, today announced the launch of the Every Man Jack x Baker Mayfield Collection, the brand's first-ever co-created Body Wash & Antiperspirant Deodorant collection developed alongside NFL quarterback Baker Mayfield. Available exclusively at Target stores nationwide and Target.com now, the limited-edition collection features Hydrating Body Wash and Sweat-Control Antiperspirant in three signature scents personally selected by Mayfield.

The launch marks the next chapter in Every Man Jack's year-long partnership with Mayfield. On the heels of their Sweat Equity campaign, the collaboration builds on the brand's "For Men Who Put in the Work" platform with a collection inspired by the routines, preparation and consistency that happen long before kickoff.

"Baker has always embodied what Every Man Jack stands for: putting in the work, staying authentic and leading with action," says Nicklaus Hasselberg, VP of Marketing and Omnichannel at Every Man Jack. "This partnership was never about simply putting a name on a package; it was about building something together and connecting with both our fans at the start of football season. From the scents to the story behind the collection, Baker has been deeply involved in bringing this to life, giving us an opportunity to show up in a bigger way and introduce Every Man Jack to new audiences through a partnership that feels true to who we are."

Wake Up Feeling Dangerous

Anchored by the campaign "Wake Up Feeling Dangerous," the launch marks the next evolution of Every Man Jack and Baker Mayfield's partnership—moving from ambassador to co-creator with a collection built around the routines, mindset and confidence that Baker brings to everything he does. As the NFL season kicks off, Baker and Every Man Jack are bringing that same energy to the everyday moments that happen before the spotlight: getting ready, putting in the work and showing up prepared for whatever comes next.

The partnership is a natural fit for Every Man Jack's "For Men Who Put in the Work" brand ethos. Baker embodies the idea that the biggest moments are built on the work you put in when no one is watching, while Every Man Jack creates men's personal care designed to keep up with that effort. Together, they're taking that shared point of view beyond an endorsement and into a collection Baker genuinely helped build, from selecting the three signature scents to shaping the story behind the products.

As football season kicks off this fall, Every Man Jack is using the moment to introduce a collection that brings Baker's game-day mindset into the everyday grooming routine.

"For me, 'Wake Up Feeling Dangerous' is about being ready for whatever the day throws at you. I've been using Every Man Jack for a while now, and these are products that have to keep up with my life—from getting ready for a game and taking care of my family to everything in between," says Baker Mayfield. "I care about what I'm putting on my skin, so the clean ingredients and the fact that the products actually work are important to me. Just as important, I've always wanted to partner with brands that give back and invest in their communities, which is a big part of why my work with Every Man Jack has been so meaningful. Knowing that every product from this collection will give back to our foundation and right back into the community makes this especially personal. Taking this partnership into year two and actually building a collection together is something I'm fired up about."

The campaign will come to life through a hero spot and a suite of social-first content featuring Baker, bringing audiences into his routines and the story behind the collection airing across digital, streaming and broadcast media.

Built with Baker

Designed in collaboration with Baker, three limited edition scents capture his electrifying playstyle in formulas inspired by the biggest moments in football:

- Hydrating Body Wash ($8.49) and 48-Hour Sweat Control Antiperspirant ($8.49) in:

- Tampa Two Coconut - Creamy coconut balanced with bright citrus notes.

- Deep Shot Cedar - Warm cedarwood layered with fresh spice.

- First Down Fresh - Clean citrus complemented by crisp woods.

The collection combines Every Man Jack's clean, naturally derived formulas with dependable performance built for Baker's routine to help men stay fresh, protected and ready from the first meeting of the day to the final whistle.

Giving Back Beyond the Game

Every purchase also helps support the next generation of leaders. For every product sold from the collection, Every Man Jack will donate $1 to The Baker & Emily Mayfield Foundation, up to $100,000, helping advance the Foundation's mission of creating greater opportunities for children and families through education, health, wellness and community initiatives.

Availability

The Every Man Jack x Baker Mayfield Collection is available exclusively at Target.com and Target stores nationwide now.

About Every Man Jack

Every Man Jack is a leading men's personal care brand creating clean, high-performance products designed for men who put in the work every day. Born at the base of Mt. Tamalpais in Marin County, CA, the brand is rooted in an active, outdoor-minded lifestyle and a spirit of adventure. For over 18 years, Every Man Jack has crafted effective formulas with naturally derived ingredients and sustainably minded choices. As a certified B Corp, the brand is committed to making better products for people and the planet. Every Man Jack is available at Target, Walmart, Amazon, and everymanjack.com. Follow @EveryManJack on Instagram and TikTok to learn more.

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From ritual to first drop, the newest blend is a tribute to the birthplace of LOUIS XIII

COGNAC, France, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, LOUIS XIII Cognac unveils BLACK PEARL: TRIBUTE TO THE BIRTHPLACE OF LOUIS XIII, a new, highly limited-edition expression within its iconic BLACK PEARL collection. Inspired by Le Grollet, the historic cellar where the story of LOUIS XIII began, this exceptional creation captures the singular character of a place revered for generations by the House's Cellar Masters.

At the heart of this edition lies an extraordinary eau-de-vie, selected by Cellar Master Baptiste Loiseau and infused into a single tierçon to create this singular blend. To reveal its full character, LOUIS XIII has created a first-of-its-kind tasting ritual that recreates the natural conditions of Le Grollet, allowing the blend to be experienced as it is by the Cellar Master within the cellar itself. Each decanter is presented in a bespoke cooling cellar, allowing the liquid to rest at a minimum of 13°C (55.4°F). As it warms in the glass, the flavors will continue to develop, creating an experience designed to be the first-ever temperature-driven ritual for LOUIS XIII.

Limited to only 398 decanters worldwide, this creation is housed in a reimagined LOUIS XIII decanter adorned with midnight-blue reflections inspired by the mystery, depth and darkness of Le Grollet. Presented in individual cooling cellars, LOUIS XIII BLACK PEARL rests in profound stillness – a dense, velvety embrace of beeswax, honey, precious wood, and patchouli, as if slumbering within ancient tierçons.

At the heart of this blend is an extraordinary eau-de-vie that Cellar Master Baptiste Loiseau selected from the House's historic collection of demijohns. It is the sole eau-de-vie identified as carrying the unmistakable and timeless imprint of Le Grollet, transmitted by his predecessor, Pierrette Trichet. Baptiste Loiseau then infused this rare and precious eau-de-vie in a single, hand-selected tierçon from the cellar, creating a singular blend that embodies the soul of this unique place where time seems to stand still in the shadows. As it reaches ambient temperature, LOUIS XIII BLACK PEARL awakens, gaining its signature brilliance and light. Gradually, deeper facets emerge: warm spices, richer rancio, nutmeg, and whispers of chocolate. From cool to ambient, this natural temperature evolution unveils LOUIS XIII BLACK PEARL's full and radiant spectrum, drop by drop.

"Each tasting in Le Grollet is a deeply moving sensory experience. Its aromatic palette is beautifully elevated by the cellar's atmosphere, its ethereal humidity, cool temperature, and enveloping half-light in Winter," said Baptiste Loiseau, LOUIS XIII Cellar Master. "It reveals hidden facets of LOUIS XIII, unveiling a richer, more profound essence, akin to uncovering ancient treasures."

"For the first time, we brought the experience of the Cellar beyond its walls, with this singular blend and its exclusive temperature-driven ritual," said Ludovic du Plessis, Director of Rémy Cointreau Prestige Division. "BLACK PEARL: TRIBUTE TO THE BIRTHPLACE OF LOUIS XIII offers a tasting journey unlike any other in the world of LOUIS XIII."

Following its global unveiling, BLACK PEARL: TRIBUTE TO THE BIRTHPLACE OF LOUIS XIII will be available by the glass at a selection of exceptional destinations around the world, including Paris, London, New York, Shanghai and Kuala Lumpur, inviting guests to experience the innovative tasting ritual.

To discover more about the BLACK PEARL: TRIBUTE TO THE BIRTHPLACE OF LOUIS XIII and purchase, visit www.louisxiii-cognac.com/. Decanters are available for an SRP of $28,000 through the LOUIS XIII network of private client directors.

ABOUT LOUIS XIII COGNAC

Since 1874, LOUIS XIII Cognac is forever reborn from the precious eaux-de-vie of Cognac Grande Champagne, handed down through generations and artfully blended. Time is the raw material with which this rare spirit is crafted, its essence unwavering.

Guided by Cellar Master Baptiste Loiseau, LOUIS XIII is the symbol of an enduring bond with Nature and Terroir, strengthened by the patina of age. Each drop is a living legacy, each decanter a celebration of visionary minds and human hands that shape the future by making a mark on tomorrow, today.

Think a century ahead.

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Moment Energy Becomes First BESS Provider to Achieve Third-Party Verified non-PFE status, full FEOC Compliance

Independent legal review confirms Moment Energy's non-PFE status and FEOC compliance, giving U.S. energy storage buyers certainty as federal requirements tighten

Company's U.S.-focused battery energy storage systems designed to meet increasingly stringent domestic sourcing requirements through 2030

AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Moment Energy today announced rigorous third-party verification of its non-Prohibited Foreign Entity (non-PFE) status and Foreign Entity of Concern (FEOC) compliance for its new battery energy storage system. The milestone helps U.S. customers protect access to valuable federal Investment Tax Credits as requirements around foreign-linked battery supply chains continue to tighten.

The review was conducted by a Top 10 U.S. law firm and included scrutiny of Moment Energy's corporate ownership, effective control and debt financing structure.

Moment Energy is the first battery energy storage system provider with non-PFE status in North America to achieve full FEOC compliance backed by third-party legal review.

Its battery energy storage systems have been designed specifically for the U.S. market, giving site owners a clear path toward Investment Tax Credit eligibility under the new sourcing requirements.

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act significantly tightened FEOC and PFE requirements for companies seeking to qualify for federal Investment Tax Credits. The U.S. Treasury has since issued interim guidance through Notice 2026-15 to help taxpayers navigate the new rules, with further clarification expected as implementation continues.

The stakes for energy storage buyers are significant. Failure to comply can result in the loss of the Investment Tax Credit and expose projects to potential clawbacks during a 10-year recapture period, fundamentally changing project economics.

For taxpayers, that can translate directly into a significant cost advantage for compliant domestic energy storage projects while reducing exposure to foreign supply chain risk.

"With a 10-year recapture period hanging over a project, customers need to know they can trust both the technology and the company behind it," said James Brady, Vice President of Finance at Moment Energy. "Investment Tax Credit eligibility is fundamental to successful U.S. project economics. We've invested heavily in independent legal verification because buyers shouldn't have to take a manufacturer's word for it when so much capital is potentially at risk."

U.S. energy storage remains heavily dependent on foreign-linked battery supply chains, creating growing challenges for developers as domestic sourcing and FEOC requirements tighten. Moment Energy's use of reengineered second-life EV batteries already in North America reduces reliance on newly manufactured battery cells while creating a more domestic and resilient source of energy storage.

Moment Energy's battery energy storage system is integrated with FEOC-compliant power conversion systems, providing customers with a straightforward path toward a fully FEOC-compliant battery energy storage system. The company is designing its North American supply chain to meet increasingly stringent Material Assistance Cost Ratio requirements through 2030 under the rules as currently defined and is committed to adapting as those requirements continue to evolve.

"The rules around battery supply chains are becoming increasingly stringent, yet many BESS companies are failing to do the necessary FEOC due diligence. Customers shouldn't have to gamble valuable tax credits on whether their supplier is a Prohibited Foreign Entity (PFE) or if they've properly vetted their own product," said Edward Chiang, CEO and Co-Founder of Moment Energy. "We've built our supply chain around these requirements and subjected it to rigorous third-party legal scrutiny so our customers can move forward with absolute confidence in their Investment Tax Credit eligibility."

In response to the guidance initially published by the U.S. Treasury, Moment Energy submitted formal comments and met with Treasury officials, sharing industry perspectives on the implementation and future development of new FEOC and PFE requirements.

For developers and project owners seeking a deeper understanding of the new FEOC and PFE requirements, Moment Energy will host a dedicated webinar covering the latest Treasury guidance, supply chain considerations and practical steps for protecting Investment Tax Credit eligibility.

To register for the Webinar, please visit https://luma.com/456ea3j3

About Moment Energy

Moment Energy is the first and only company in the world building commercial-scale battery energy storage reengineered from second-life EV batteries, fully compliant to safety standards and deployable in the built environment today. Our systems power data centers, hospitals, factories, and microgrids across North America, manufactured in Texas and British Columbia. Moment Energy is backed by major investors like Amazon Climate Pledge Fund.

For more information, please visit www.momentenergy.com

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Five key trends are reshaping the middle-market M&A landscape

ATLANTA, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- M&A buyers are actively pursuing deals, but are raising the bar on the businesses they are willing to acquire. Bennett Thrasher, one of the nation's leading full-service accounting and advisory firms, has identified five top trends reshaping what buyers consider an attractive middle-market business, from recurring revenue and cash generation to the growing impact of AI on a company's competitive advantage.

"Sophisticated buyers have elevated their standards and are taking a closer look at what's really driving a company's performance," said Trey Stephens, director of M&A Transaction Advisory Services at Bennett Thrasher. "When considering a deal, buyers want to know whether a company's growth can continue, if its profits are translating into cash, and if the business can remain competitive as market conditions change."

Top Five Trends Shaping the Latest M&A Wave

The following trends are shaping buyer behavior, based on insights from Bennett Thrasher's Transaction Advisory Services practice, which supports the full transaction lifecycle for deals ranging from $20 million to $250 million in enterprise value.

- Quality is the No. 1 benchmark for buyers. While private equity firms, strategic buyers and lenders continue to pursue deals, the strongest interest is concentrated in businesses with recurring or highly repeatable revenue, strong customer retention, defensible margins, good cash conversion, manageable customer concentration and a clear path for continued growth. This is creating opportunities for relatively "unglamorous" essential businesses across industrial and technical services, specialty manufacturing, infrastructure, healthcare services and other specialized business sectors.

- EBITDA is just a starting point. Buyers are going deeper into the "economic machinery" underneath reported earnings, analyzing revenue and profitability by customer, service line, project, product, geography or other operating dimensions. They want to understand not only whether a company grew, but the factors driving that growth and whether those factors are sustainable.

- Interest in add-on acquisitions is making smaller businesses more attractive. Buyers are increasingly evaluating companies based on how they could fit into an existing platform, rather than whether they could serve as a standalone private equity platform. Smaller founder-owned businesses can be attractive acquisition targets because of their geographic presence, complementary customer base, specialized employees, new capabilities or service lines.

- Buyers are placing greater scrutiny on cash conversion and financial visibility. Dealmakers are favoring businesses that can grow without tying up large amounts of cash in working capital or capital expenditures. Two companies can report the same EBITDA but have very different economic profiles depending on how much cash they need to keep the business running and growing. Increasingly, the quality of a company's financial infrastructure is becoming part of the investment thesis itself. Poor financial information doesn't just make diligence more difficult; it creates uncertainty around what a buyer is underwriting, and that uncertainty can ultimately affect the speed, structure and value of a transaction. For sellers, identifying these issues before going to market can help reduce surprises during buyer diligence and provide greater control over how the financial story is presented.

- AI is changing how competitive advantage is evaluated. Rather than simply asking whether a company uses AI, buyers are looking at how the technology could change the way the business makes money, from improving employee productivity and margins or, conversely, making products and services easier to replicate. AI is also creating M&A opportunities beyond software, particularly in power, data centers, electrical infrastructure, engineering, and other businesses that support the AI economy.

Looking ahead, Bennett Thrasher expects middle-market M&A activity to continue broadening, while buyers remain more selective. Companies with reliable financial performance and reporting, strong cash conversion and a clear understanding of how AI may affect their competitive position should remain attractive to buyers.

"We continue to see significant activity across the lower middle market as companies seek outside capital to accelerate growth and some business owners consider outside investments as part of an exit or succession strategy," said Stephens. "We are particularly well positioned to advise companies through the financial and strategic complexities that come with first-time institutional investment and the transition to a new ownership structure."

From construction and real estate to restaurants, manufacturing and professional services, Bennett Thrasher specializes in integrated tax, audit and advisory support for middle-market and enterprise businesses. To learn more about the firm's buy-side and sell-side M&A transaction services, visit btcpa.net.

About Bennett Thrasher

For more than 45 years, Bennett Thrasher has delivered strategic guidance and professional expertise to businesses and individuals through our tax, audit, advisory, and outsourcing solutions. Our people-first approach has positioned us among the largest and fastest-growing certified public accounting and consulting firms in the country and earned us recognition as an Inside Public Accounting (IPA) "Best of the Best" CPA firm in 2024 and 2025, as well as inclusion on Accounting Today's Top 100 Firms list for the tenth consecutive year. Bennett Thrasher operates from our headquarters in Atlanta with additional offices in Dallas and Denver. We combine deep local knowledge with international reach as active members of DFK International, Leading Edge Alliance, and IR Global, enabling us to provide clients with comprehensive, globally informed solutions.

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KIRKLAND, Wash., Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MacroHealth, the marketplace that connects healthcare payers and plan administrators with best-fit partners, today announced the appointment of Erica Tingley as the company's Chief Financial Officer. As MacroHealth enters its next phase of growth, Tingley will help scale the financial and operational foundations of the company as its marketplace evolves, adding new categories and capabilities to measurably improve healthcare access, cost, and quality.

"MacroHealth is shifting the narrative around how healthcare is bought and sold and making that process more transparent and efficient through its marketplace," said Tingley. "What drew me here was the demonstrable savings the company achieves for its customers and the vision to expand those opportunities to more market participants in more categories. I'm looking forward to helping the company expand through innovation and execution."

Tingley joins MacroHealth with over 25 years of healthcare experience across investment banking, M&A, corporate finance, and operations. Most recently, she served as President and CFO of Knowtion Health, a revenue cycle management partner to health systems, carrying responsibility for both the company's financial strategy and delivery of its solutions. Before that, she was COO and CFO of Bluesight, where she helped mature the organization and create consistent, profitable growth. Earlier in her career, Tingley held roles of increasing responsibility at The Advisory Board Company and Bank of America Merrill Lynch.

"Erica is exactly the leader we wanted for this stage of the company," said Virgil Bretz, co-founder and CEO of MacroHealth. "She has scaled healthcare technology businesses through acquisition and integration, and she pairs financial discipline with operating experience. That combination will be invaluable as we expand our marketplace and broaden the value we deliver to our customers."

Tingley holds a bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics and Economics from Harvard University and an MBA in Health Care Management from The Wharton School.

About MacroHealth:

MacroHealth connects healthcare payers and plan administrators with best-fit partners through its Marketplace Platform. With a single connection and claim-level analytics, MacroHealth enables payers to compare vendors objectively, decide with confidence, implement quickly, and optimize continuously. MacroHealth reduces the total cost of care for its over 300 partners by 6–8%.

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