Source: Comen Medical

BALIKPAPAN, INDONESIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 9 November 2026 - On November 6, 2026, CO-Anesthesia: Share with the World - Indonesia Anesthesia Crisis Management Simulation Competition 2026 concluded at Platinum Hotel & Convention Hall, Balikpapan, as part of PIB XIX PERDATIN 2026 KALTIM.

Supported by Comen Medical and held in collaboration with PERDATIN, the event marked the first national final in this year's "CO-Anesthesia : Share with the World" Simulation Competition series.

Real-World Experience Meets the Demands of Crisis Response

In anesthesia practice, a crisis can develop within moments. An airway emergency, severe bleeding, or sudden cardiovascular instability demands more than individual knowledge: teams must assess the situation, communicate clearly, coordinate roles, and act decisively while keeping patient safety at the centre.

Against this clinical backdrop, nine finalist teams representing major teaching hospitals, referral centres, and regional anesthesia services across Indonesia brought experience from diverse perioperative and critical-care settings to the stage. From case presentation to live simulation and debriefing, the teams demonstrated how they would identify priorities, interpret evolving clinical information, and coordinate their response when a crisis disrupts routine practice. The finalists were:

*ARISE-UI - RS Cipto Mangunkusumo

*ThinkTank Team - RSUP Dr. M. Djamil Padang

*Balinesthesia 1 - RSUP Prof Dr. IGNG Ngoerah Denpasar 1

*Code Blue Studio - RS Prof dr Chairuddin Panusunan Lubis

*Anestesi Unpad - RSUP Dr. Hasan Sadikin Bandung

*GAMA-CITO - RSUP Dr. Sardjito

*Aremanest UB - RSUD Saiful Anwar Malang

*Balinesthesia 2 - RSUP Prof Dr. IGNG Ngoerah Denpasar 2

*IAC Anestesi Unsoed - RSUD Margono Soekarjo

From Expert Assessment to Shared Professional Learning

The live final was guided by a distinguished panel of anesthesia and intensive care experts from Indonesia and the Philippines. Their combined clinical, educational, and professional experience brought depth to the evaluation, which considered broad dimensions including case design, clinical management, technical and non-technical performance, patient safety, and the educational value of debriefing.

Following the final assessment, IAC Anestesi Unsoed from RSUD Margono Soekarjo emerged as the national champion and will advance to the planned 2027 Asia Grand Final in Malaysia. The value of the final extended beyond the ranking. Through observation, expert feedback, and professional discussion, the live format enabled participants and observers to compare approaches to the same underlying pressures, examine the role of leadership and teamwork, and exchange practical perspectives on crisis response. This is the central purpose of simulation-based competition: to turn demanding scenarios into a shared learning experience that can inform future practice.

Building the Next Stage of Collaboration

During the event, Comen Medical and PERDATIN signed a Memorandum of Understanding on strategic cooperation in medical education, simulation-based training, and academic exchange. The MOU provides a framework for the two parties to explore future collaboration in areas such as simulation-based learning programmes, hands-on workshops, continuing education activities, and professional exchange, with specific initiatives to be developed through separate agreements and work plans.

More than a competition, CO-Anesthesia connects real clinical experience with structured simulation and cross-border exchange. Following the Indonesia final, competitions in India, and the Philippines will continue the series, extending its focus on team readiness and professional learning across more anesthesia communities.

More information is available at:

https://en.comen.com/events/co-anesthesia-indonesia-2026

About Comen Medical

Comen Medical, founded in 2002, is a research-driven enterprise committed to independent innovation. For over two decades, the company has been dedicated to the fields of life support, medical imaging, and informatization, while continuously expanding into in-vitro diagnostics (IVD) and large-scale surgery. For more information, please visit https://en.comen.com/.

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CNH Announces Agreement to Form a Joint Venture by Selling a 70% Interest in its Construction Equipment Business to Kobelco Construction Machinery

*Transforms CNH into a leading, pure-play agriculture equipment, technology, and services company with a strengthened financial profile

*Creates joint venture that operates as a global manufacturer of construction equipment, with an enhanced ability to invest and innovate to better serve customers

*Transaction values CNH's Construction Equipment business at an enterprise value of $1 billion; CNH to receive cash and 30% ownership in the joint venture; transaction expected to be accretive to CNH margins

Basildon, UK - November 9, 2026 - CNH Industrial N.V. (NYSE: CNH) today announced a definitive agreement with Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Kobe Steel, Ltd. (collectively, "Kobelco"), to establish a joint venture that will operate CNH's Construction Equipment business ("CE JV"). Kobelco will be the majority owner of the CE JV. The transaction continues CNH's transformation into a leading, pure-play agriculture equipment, technology, and services company with a strengthened financial profile and gives it enhanced capacity to invest in products, precision technology, and its global dealer network.

"This transaction significantly advances CNH's portfolio simplification and sharpens our focus on agriculture in line with our Path to 2030," said Suzanne Heywood, Chair of the CNH Board of Directors. "As the largest pure-play agriculture machinery OEM, CNH will be better positioned than ever to invest with conviction and create value for farmers, dealers, and shareholders at every point in the cycle."

"We are confident that this is the right next step for CNH, our dealers, customers, and colleagues," said Gerrit Marx, Chief Executive Officer of CNH. "As the agriculture industry moves toward recovery, this transaction strengthens CNH's ability to invest in the products and technologies that matter most to farmers. At the same time, by creating a stronger construction equipment player, both CNH and CE JV dealers, along with their customers, will benefit from a suite of high-quality, cost-competitive construction machines that incorporate leading technology."

Marx continued, "We undertook a comprehensive process to evaluate how best to position our Construction Equipment business, and it was clear that Kobelco is the right long-term steward, and that our joint venture approach will ensure a smooth transition for the business and our team members who support it. The CE JV will be a leader with the scale, focus, and agility to invest, accelerate innovation, and better serve global construction customers."

At closing, CNH will continue to provide full-line agriculture applications through the Case IH, New Holland, STEYR, and CNH Tech brands, including the Raven precision technology platform. CNH agriculture dealers will have continued access to a suite of competitive construction equipment machines supplied by the CE JV. CNH Capital will remain part of CNH. The transaction is expected to be accretive to CNH's margins.

This transaction marks the next step in CNH's multi-year strategic transformation journey to sharpen its technology-led focus on agriculture, which began with the acquisition of Raven Industries in 2021 and the separation of the on-highway commercial vehicles business through the spin-off of Iveco Group in 2022. This transaction now enables CNH to deploy its resources entirely to the products and technologies that matter most to farmers.

Creating a Stronger Construction Equipment Player in the CE JV

This transaction brings together CNH's Construction Equipment business' strong brands, broad product portfolio, global sales and service network, and strong customer base with Kobelco's technological capabilities and product strengths in hydraulic excavators and cranes, and construction DX (digital transformation) solutions including K-DIVE remote operation technology. The complementary geographic footprints of CNH's Construction Equipment business and Kobelco will establish a stronger global platform for continued growth.

Humayun Chishti, President of CNH's Construction segment, said, "This is a tremendous opportunity for our team, our dealers, and our customers. We are adapting to changing dynamics in the construction sector and a greater pace of innovation. Kobelco is the ideal partner - a global excavator and crane specialist with leading technology, including K-DIVE remote operation technology. Together as the CE JV, we will deliver a complementary portfolio built for long-term growth, and benefit from a stronger platform to do what we do best - build exceptional machines and deliver outstanding support to the people who rely on them every day." Chishti is expected to continue leading the business as CEO following closing.

The CE JV will offer a comprehensive portfolio spanning a broad range of earthmoving, lifting, and compaction applications across the heavy and compact segments - including excavators, loaders, graders and dozers, compact track loaders, skid steer loaders, and tractor loader backhoes - currently sold under the CASE Construction, Eurocomach, and New Holland Construction brands. The CE JV's products will continue to be supported by the high-quality service and support available worldwide to customers today, through the same channels. CNH Capital will continue to support the CE JV's customers and dealers with a full range of retail financing, leases, rental programs, and insurance products.

Transaction Details

The transaction values CNH's Construction Equipment business at an enterprise value of $1 billion. CNH expects to receive $700 million in cash consideration for 70% of the business, subject to adjustments for net debt, working capital, and other customary items. CNH expects to use these net cash proceeds to reduce debt and strengthen its balance sheet. CNH will retain a 30% equity ownership position in the CE JV. Each party will be subject to a three-year lock-up period. To provide continuity and facilitate a smooth business transition, CNH will continue to remain a strategic partner to the CE JV.

The joint venture will be established through the creation of two companies that will jointly operate as the CE JV.

The transaction is expected to close by the end of 2027, subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions.

Kobelco issued a separate press release in connection with this announcement. CNH will also report its 2026 third quarter earnings results in a separate announcement later today, available at https://investors.cnh.com.

Advisors

BofA Securities and Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC are acting as financial advisors to CNH. Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is acting as legal advisor to CNH. Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities Co., Ltd. is acting as financial advisor to Kobelco Construction Machinery, and White & Case LLP is acting as legal advisor to Kobelco Construction Machinery.

Conference Call and Webcast

CNH will host a conference call and live webcast today at 9:00 am ET to discuss its 2026 third quarter earnings results and the transaction. The webcast, along with related presentation materials, will be available on the Investor Relations section of CNH's website at investors.cnh.com. A recording of the conference call will be available later at investors.cnh.com. 

About CNH

CNH (NYSE: CNH) serves and advances the people who feed and build a growing world.

We are an iron-and-tech company, engineering intelligence, automation, and precision into the machines that move the global economy. Our equipment operates in more than 160 geographies, supported by a global team of more than 34,000 people, including engineers, technologists, and industry experts.

Our brands ? Case IH, New Holland, STEYR, CNH Tech (including the Raven precision technology platform), and CNH Capital ? together generated $18.1B in revenue in 2025.

Building on a legacy of innovation dating back to 1842, CNH has achieved multiple milestones including the first mass-produced tractor, the first twin-rotor combine, and the first factory-integrated precision farming system. Today, we are engineering autonomous and predictive machines that will shape the future of food and infrastructure.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other federal securities laws. All statements other than statements of historical fact contained in this press release are forward-looking statements, including statements relating to the proposed transaction; the expected timing of the closing of the transaction; the satisfaction of the conditions to closing; the expected cash consideration to CNH and the expected use of the net cash proceeds; the expected effect of the transaction on CNH's margins and financial profile; CNH's strategy and portfolio transformation, including its Path to 2030 and Iron + Tech strategy; the expected benefits of the transaction to CNH, CE JV and their respective dealers, customers and suppliers; the expected leadership of CE JV; the anticipated commercial relationships between CNH and CE JV; and the expected future performance of CE JV and CNH's retained interest in CE JV.

Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and assumptions and are subject to numerous important risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors, some of which are beyond CNH's control. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, among other things: risks related to the effect of the announcement or pendency of the transaction on CNH's relationships with dealers, customers, suppliers and others with whom CNH does business, its ability to retain and hire key personnel and its operating results and business generally; the possible diversion of management's time and attention from ongoing business operations and opportunities; the ability of the parties to consummate the transaction on a timely basis, in the expected timeframe or at all; the satisfaction or waiver of the conditions precedent to consummation of the transaction, including the ability to obtain regulatory approvals, on the terms expected, at all or in a timely manner; the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstance that could give rise to a right to terminate the transaction; the ability to successfully run the future joint venture; the costs, fees, expenses and charges related to the transaction; the effect of contractual adjustments, including for net debt and working capital, to the consideration to be received by CNH; CNH's ability to use the net cash proceeds as currently anticipated, including to reduce debt; CNH's ability to realize the anticipated benefits of the transaction, including to its operating results and financial profile, and to successfully execute its agriculture-focused strategy; risks related to the internal reorganization and separation of the Construction Equipment business; the expected future performance of CE JV and the value of CNH's retained interest, including the effects of dilution and of transfer restrictions during the lock-up period; the length of time CNH remains a stockholder of CE JV and the level of future ownership; the effect of early release from the lock-up; CNH's limited ability to control CE JV as a minority owner; the ability of CE JV to supply construction equipment to CNH's agriculture dealers and the terms thereof; the effect of any legal proceedings related to the transaction; general economic conditions and conditions in the agriculture and construction markets in which CNH operates and CE JV will operate; and other risks described in CNH's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025 and its subsequent filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release. CNH undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law.

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Source: Nexawork AI

An Asia digital transformation programme for founders and SMEs, starting in Malaysia, with a full refund if the delivery date is missed

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 9 November 2026 - Fully customised business software and AI solutions, built by engineers and backed by a full refund if the agreed delivery date is missed. Starting in Malaysia and rolling out across Asia, made possible by more than 100 partners.

Nexawork AI is an Asia focused technology company building the AI Business Operating System. It was co-founded by Allen Tan Chee Hoe, its Chief Executive Officer, and Sky Wee, its Chief Business Development Officer.

Today Allen Tan Chee Hoe announced the launch of Nexawork AI's Asia digital transformation programme, which helps founders, project owners and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) build their first digital product. It offers custom software development, including AI solutions and AI agents, starting with a Starter Pack at RM19,900.00, with a full refund of the development fee if Nexawork AI misses the delivery date in the contract.

The programme starts in Malaysia, its first market in Southeast Asia, before extending across Asia. Applications are open now at nexawork.ai. Its pricing is made possible by more than 100 partners, who share the work and bring businesses to the programme.

Why Asia's SMEs hold back on AI and digital transformation

Asia runs on small businesses. Across 26 economies tracked by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), micro, small and medium enterprises make up 99.8% of all enterprises, employ 67.6% of the workforce and produce 38.7% of national output. Yet many still run on paper and spreadsheets, SME digitalisation lags, and AI is widening the gap. In South Korea, a 2024 Korea Federation of SMEs survey of 300 SMEs found only 5.3% using AI, and the obstacle cited most was the lack of AI services built for their needs.

Cost and risk add to the hesitation. In Malaysia, 2026 industry estimates put even a basic first version of mobile software at RM30,000 to RM60,000, and most SME projects at RM60,000 or more. For a first time founder, that is a large bet on one vendor. Owners are avoiding risk, not technology.

"Transformation fails on the first invoice, not on the technology," said Allen Tan Chee Hoe, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Nexawork AI. "We are not trying to reprice the market. We want to give many SMEs the confidence to take their first step into digitisation, together with more than 100 partners, so a founder anywhere in Asia can build a first digital product without betting the year on it. And we are not here to replace anyone's workforce. Our AI brings productivity to business owners and their teams, so that adoption actually happens."

A full refund if the delivery date is missed

If Nexawork AI misses the delivery date in the contract, the business receives a full refund of the development fee. The clock starts when the business provides complete information and access, and the scope is fixed in writing before work begins.

Custom software development and AI solutions built around the business

Every system is shaped around the individual business. Professional engineers write, review and test every build, and the owner needs no technical knowledge. Projects can include a native mobile platform for ordering, payment through the business's own provider, delivery tracking and referrals, an admin console, connections to existing software, and AI built for the business, from AI solutions on its own data to AI agents that answer enquiries or follow up on orders.

RM19,900.00 is the Starter Pack, the entry point to the programme: a focused first system built around one core workflow, such as taking orders or bookings, with an admin console for the owner. Builds with more features, AI, payments or integrations are scoped and priced above the Starter Pack.

Why the programme price is possible: more than 100 partners

The programme is designed to grow the market, not to undercut it. The price is not set to compete with the market: most SMEs would not commission development at RM100,000 or more, so the programme reaches businesses that would otherwise not digitise at all, rather than taking work from established developers. The Starter Pack can start at RM19,900.00 because more than 100 partners share the work and bring businesses to the programme, so less of each project's price goes on sales and marketing.

Nexawork AI's team shapes each founder's first product before any code is written. Lavie System Solutions brings almost two decades of development experience, so proven building blocks are not reinvented for every project. Healing Mind Group, led by Lee Hong Rui, a trainer accredited by HRD Corp, Malaysia's Human Resource Development Corporation, joins as Business Process and SME Transformation Partner to map workflows and prepare teams. Dova Space looks after the people side of change, Eco Bee Biotech and Eco Bee Shop introduce the programme to their network, and Jayv Chang Yoon Voon, marketing partner for Southeast Asia, reaches businesses through partner and community channels.

How the programme works

Each custom software development project starts with a written scope, after which the price and the delivery date go into the contract. The build runs in about twelve sprints over about three months. Every project includes three months of free maintenance; hosting, domain and infrastructure are paid by the business to its own providers, from about US$100 a month. Every system is built to connect directly to the Nexawork AI platform, which is expected to launch by the second quarter of 2027.

The founders behind Nexawork AI

Allen Tan Chee Hoe is a serial founder and product architect with 15 years of experience in technology and product development. According to internal operating records, he previously built a startup to more than 4 million users and 60,000 business owners, and his teams have supported more than 180 projects globally for companies that together raised more than US$200 million. Sky Wee, who leads global business development and partnerships, is a Singapore based serial entrepreneur and venture investor.

The Nexawork AI Partner App

Nexawork AI will also launch the Nexawork AI Partner App, expected in the first quarter of 2027, so referral partners can refer businesses to the platform and handle enquiries and introductions in one place. Partners can register their interest at nexawork.ai.

Larger digital transformation projects

Alongside the programme, Nexawork AI is helping established companies digitise through larger projects, each scoped and priced on its own and separate from the RM19,900.00 Starter Pack. They include Vorahome, a home services platform founded by Alan Foong, Vincent Wong and Ivan Hiew Chin Woon; and Big Ben Dining Group, a food, entertainment and technology dining concept founded by Bengemen Tan Boon Yong.

How to apply

To claim the programme, a business needs an official Programme Code from the Nexawork AI sales team. Founders, project owners and businesses can apply at nexawork.ai or approach any Nexawork AI Sales Manager across Southeast Asia. A salesperson will contact them to confirm the fit and issue the code, which opens the scoping session; the sales team verifies each business through its code and uses it to track every approved project. The programme is open while it lasts, until Nexawork AI announces its close, and codes, like places, are limited each month.

About Nexawork AI

Nexawork AI is building the AI Business Operating System for solo entrepreneurs, small teams and established businesses in Asia: one platform to run your work and your business. Money and legal commitments always wait for a human. The platform is in beta with design partners and is expected to launch by the second quarter of 2027. Nexawork AI was co-founded by Allen Tan Chee Hoe, its Chief Executive Officer, and Sky Wee, its Chief Business Development Officer. Work Less. Win More. AI Does the Rest. nexawork.ai

About Eco Bee Biotech and Eco Bee Shop

Eco Bee Biotech and Eco Bee Shop is a Malaysian bee biotechnology, conservation and wellness enterprise founded by Cathie Tan in 2002. It develops Kelulut (stingless bee) honey, propolis and other wellness products, and in 2026 was recognised by ASIA Records and ASEAN Records for its alcohol free halal Kelulut propolis extract. Bee conservation is at the heart of its mission, including its planned Eco Bee Nature Exchange, guided by its philosophy: Save Bees, Empowering People, Pure Quality. beeshop.com.my

About Lavie System Solutions

Lavie System Solutions, led by Lai Yu Long, is a Johor based development company founded in 2008 that builds custom software, enterprise and point of sale systems and online stores. lvss.com.my

About Healing Mind Group

Healing Mind Group is a training provider led by Lee Hong Rui, who brings experience in finance and corporate management, a background in process transformation and trainer accreditation with HRD Corp. It helps SMEs map their business workflows, identify operational gaps and prepare their teams to adopt systems that improve productivity.

About Dova Space

Dova Space, led by Debbie Hew Sio Yee and Hew Khai Rin, is a holistic health and wellness centre offering personalised, data driven care. It brings Traditional Chinese Medicine, modern medical expertise, natural healing and advanced medical devices under one roof, with a strong focus on sleep health: sleep care consultations, sleep quality and autonomic nervous system assessments, home use medical devices and long term sleep management programmes. Better Sleep. Better Health. Better Living. dova.space

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Ten sponsors and 12 supporting organisations back a two-day Hong Kong forum on 19 and 20 November connecting Irish and Asia-based businesses

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 9 November 2026 - The Irish Chamber of Commerce of Hong Kong today announced the sponsors and supporting organisations behind the Asia Pacific Irish Business Forum 2026, taking place on 19 and 20 November at the Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong. Ireland's Neale Richmond, Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs with special responsibility for International Development and Diaspora, is among the confirmed speakers.

The forum will bring together senior business leaders, investors and policymakers from Asia Pacific and Ireland for two days of keynotes, sector panels and structured networking.

Sponsors are Air Mount Technic, Airwallex, BMW, Crown Worldwide Group, InvestHK, the Irish Whiskey Association, Osome, Precious Metals Asia and Savantas Policy Institute.

Supporting organisations include Irish Chamber of Commerce China; Meetings and Exhibitions Hong Kong (MEHK), a division of the Hong Kong Tourism Board; the Government of Ireland's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (Global Irish); and Bord Bia ? the Irish Food Board, together with Enterprise Ireland, Chambers Ireland and Asia County Board GAA. Irish chambers of commerce from across the region, including Indonesia, Macao, Singapore, Thailand and Japan, also support the forum.

Padraig Seif, President of the Irish Chamber of Commerce of Hong Kong, said:

"The strength of support behind the forum shows how much appetite there is for closer commercial ties between Ireland, Hong Kong and the wider region. Ireland and Hong Kong share a stable common-law legal system, making each a natural gateway for the other. For Hong Kong and Asian businesses, Ireland is the best platform for expanding into Europe as it is an English-speaking EU member with proximity to the UK. Irish companies, in turn, can use Hong Kong as a springboard into Asia.

The programme covers eight sectors: Agri-Foods, Aviation, Education, Finance, Pharma, Tech/AI, Tourism, and Regional Connectivity and Collaboration. More than 30 speakers are confirmed.

Attendees can meet Irish business and agency representatives and network with Asia-based Irish Chamber delegates. There is also an evening reception with the Gaelic Athletic Association and an exclusive whiskey tasting with the Irish Whiskey Association, featuring Ahascragh, Clonakilty and Lough Ree distilleries.

Registration is open through the Irish Chamber of Commerce of Hong Kong events page. The Full Pass costs HK$2,000 (approximately US$260) and covers the conference and networking reception. The tasting requires separate registration due to limited seating.

About the Asia Pacific Irish Business Forum 2026

Hosted by the Irish Chamber of Commerce of Hong Kong, the Asia Pacific Irish Business Forum 2026 fosters closer business ties between Hong Kong, Ireland and markets across Asia. It strengthens collaboration among regional Irish Chambers of Commerce, connects Ireland-based chambers and businesses with opportunities across the Asia Pacific region, and facilitates introductions and business matching between Irish and local interests.

About the Irish Chamber of Commerce of Hong Kong

The Irish Chamber of Commerce of Hong Kong champions Irish businesses and professionals, offering a trusted hub for connection, collaboration and knowledge-sharing within the city's international business community. As we work to strengthen commercial and cultural links between Ireland and Hong Kong, we also support new and existing members to uncover opportunities, build meaningful partnerships and navigate Hong Kong's dynamic business landscape.

For enquiries, contact us at admin@irishchamber.hk or connect with us on LinkedIn.

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OXFORD, Inggris Raya, Nov. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tarif air naik rata-rata sebesar 2,0% di Asia Selatan dan 3,9% di Asia Timur/Pasifik dari tahun 2025 hingga 2026, demikian menurut Survei Tarif Air Global 2026 yang diterbitkan oleh Global Water Intelligence (GWI).

Survei terbesar yang pernah dilakukan GWI ini mencakup tarif air di 1.069 kota di 189 negara, dengan tarif di setiap kota dihitung menggunakan metode yang sama sehingga dapat dibandingkan secara langsung.

Wilayah mana saja di Asia yang menaikkan tarif air dan mana yang tidak?

*Kota-kota besar, termasuk Tokyo, Beijing, Shanghai, New Delhi, dan Mumbai, tidak mencatat perubahan tarif air.

*Asia Tengah terdampak parah oleh kenaikan inflasi akibat ketergantungannya pada jalur perdagangan Rusia yang terpengaruh oleh perang di Ukraina.

Kondisi ini mengakibatkan kenaikan tarif air signifikan, yakni sebesar 44,7% di Bishkek dan 11,3% di Dushanbe.

*Kazakstan menangguhkan kenaikan tarif utilitas dari bulan Oktober 2025 hingga April 2026, yang juga menyebabkan penangguhan sistem tarif bertingkat. Akibatnya, tarif gabungan turun lebih dari 20% di Almaty dan Astana.

Apa arti tarif air yang rendah bagi industri?

*Pemulihan biaya semakin sulit dicapai: tarif yang berlaku saat ini sudah jauh di bawah perkiraan biaya penyediaan layanan air bersih dan pengelolaan air limbah.

*Pola ini dapat diubah: kenaikan tarif secara bertahap di Malaysia membantu Indah Water Konsortium mencapai pemulihan penuh biaya operasional di tingkat perusahaan. Namun, rumah tangga masih membayar tarif di bawah biaya penyediaan layanan, sedangkan perluasan jaringan pembuangan air limbah di wilayah pedesaan masih bergantung pada pendanaan pemerintah.

*Keterjangkauan tarif dapat mengubah kenaikan yang lambat menjadi penurunan: Kazakstan menurunkan tarif atas dasar keterjangkauan harga, meskipun perusahaan penyedia layanan utilitas terus menuntut peningkatan pendapatan.

"Jelas bahwa stagnasi tarif air masih menjadi tantangan yang terus berlanjut di seluruh Asia. Namun, kemajuan Malaysia baru-baru ini dalam penetapan tarif layanan air limbah menjadi contoh menggembirakan mengenai hasil yang dapat dicapai melalui komitmen politik berkelanjutan dan keterlibatan masyarakat dalam meningkatkan keberlanjutan keuangan perusahaan penyedia layanan utilitas," ujar Charlotte Christian, Editor Asia di Global Water Intelligence.

Survei lengkap yang mencakup tarif air di seluruh 1.069 kota tersedia bagi anggota GWI Executive: https://www.globalwaterintel.com/documents/the-global-water-tariff-survey-2026 

Jurnalis dapat meminta data tarif air untuk kota atau negara tertentu melalui tallulah.lutkin@globalwaterintel.com.  

Tentang Global Water Intelligence 

Global Water Intelligence (GWI) adalah penerbit, penyedia intelijen pasar, dan penyelenggara acara terkemuka bagi industri air internasional. Selama lebih dari 25 tahun, para jurnalis, analis, dan acara yang kami selenggarakan telah membantu klien mengambil keputusan strategis lebih baik di bidang pengelolaan air perkotaan dan industri, teknologi, keuangan, serta rekayasa.

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WUHU, China, Nov. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- From October 18 to 24, the 2026 Chery International User Summit was held in Wuhu, Anhui. During the event, LUXEED, the intelligent luxury automotive brand under Chery Group, and AiMOGA, its embodied AI brand, both showcased their respective global achievements in their respective sectors.

LUXEED officially held its brand launch event, unveiling new models including the intelligent luxury flagship MPV LLounge and the high-performance flagship SUV Stormax. Meanwhile, AiMOGA opened global pre-orders for its first home companion robot, MOBO, while its robots for industrial inspection, commercial services, and other diverse embodied AI scenarios were also deployed across multiple overseas markets.

These on-the-ground implementations across different technological tracks showcase a new pathway for Chinese high-end intelligent brands pursuing global expansion.

As strategic vehicles for Chery Group's deployment in cutting-edge technology and high-end mobility, the global advancement of AiMOGA and LUXEED is built upon the Group's mature global system and technological accumulation.

In the field of intelligent luxury mobility, LUXEED adhered to global automotive-grade standards and validation systems right from its R&D phase. Leveraging Chery's vehicle platform R&D foundation-and deeply integrating the standardized manufacturing strengths of the super factory alongside rigorous vehicle safety validation-LUXEED creates high-rigidity safety body structures and exceptional driving dynamics, directly competing in the international luxury market with high-quality products rooted in Ultimate Intelligence, Extreme Driving Pleasure, and Beyond-Class Enjoyment.

In the embodied AI track, AiMOGA relies on Chery's worldwide sales network and supply chain architecture. Not only has it initiated global pre-orders for its first home companion robot, MOBO, but it is also planning and establishing 300 experience centers and its own global leasing service system across multiple overseas markets, accelerating the closed loop of commercialization.

The global practices of AiMOGA and LUXEED, backed by Chery's global R&D system and manufacturing bases, have achieved high-standard product rollouts in home companionship and luxury mobility scenarios. This reflects Chery Group's strategic shift from simple product exports to the coordinated global rollout of technology, brand, and systemic ecosystem. From the MOBO robot entering global households to LUXEED's dual flagships demonstrating manufacturing prowess, Chery Group is continuously expanding the industrial value and brand influence of Chinese intelligent manufacturing in the global market, anchored by its systemic industrial capabilities.

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WUHU, Tiongkok, Nov. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dalam penyelenggaraan perdana LEPAS Global Elegant Lifestyle Week, sebanyak 34 Elegant Driving Ambassador dari 15 negara mengikuti LEPAS Global Journey of Elegant Driving yang untuk pertama kalinya diselenggarakan menggunakan LEPAS L6 EV.

Dalam perjalanan dari Shanghai menuju Wuhu sejauh hampir 700 kilometer yang melintasi Tonglu, Danau Qiandao, dan Kabupaten She, mereka merasakan langsung fleksibilitas dan performa kendaraan yang berkelas di berbagai kondisi jalan, mulai dari jalan perkotaan, jalan tol, hingga jalur pegunungan.

Bagi para Ambassador (Duta Merek) dari Eropa dan Brasil, performa sasis dan pengendalian kendaraan menjadi prioritas utama. Jalanan berkelok di sekitar Danau Qiandao menjadi lokasi pengujian ideal. Dengan sistem penggerak listrik 12-in-1 yang sangat terintegrasi dan sasis yang disetel oleh tim profesional Eropa, LEPAS L6 EV menghadirkan penyaluran tenaga yang halus dan pengendalian yang mantap.

Para Ambassador dari Motor1, IG Carros, dan MSN memuji performa sasis, suspensi, kemudi, dan pengereman LEPAS L6 EV, serta menyoroti kenyamanan berkendara dan pengendalian yang terasa alami di jalan sempit. Seorang Ambassador dari Auto Express Inggris Raya juga mengapresiasi akselerasinya yang halus dan tenaga yang besar saat memasuki jalan tol.

Bagi pengguna di Afrika Selatan dan Amerika Latin, musik meningkatkan pengalaman berkendara. Seorang Ambassador dari Navigating Media Afrika Selatan memuji material interior premium, kualitas pengerjaan, dan pengalaman audio imersif sistem audio SONY pada LEPAS L6 EV.

Di Asia Tenggara, pengguna lebih muda lebih mengutamakan keterjangkauan harga dan fitur-fitur cerdas. Oleh karena itu, Ambassador dari kawasan itu berfokus pada teknologi energi baru dan kokpit pintar L6 EV. Mereka memuji jarak tempuh L6 EV dan kemampuan pengisian daya dari 30% hingga 80% SOC hanya dalam 20 menit. Asisten suara cerdas untuk berbagai situasi, fitur ADAS, Automated Parking Assist (APA), Remote Parking Assist (RPA), serta 540? Panoramic View juga meningkatkan rasa percaya diri saat berkendara di jalan yang menantang.

Selain menguji coba performa kendaraan, perjalanan ini juga mendorong dialog tentang mobilitas dan gaya hidup elegan, yang mencerminkan semangat kreasi bersama LEPAS Global Elegant Lifestyle Week. LEPAS akan terus menampung masukan dari pengguna di seluruh dunia dan menyempurnakan produk-produknya untuk menghadirkan pengalaman mobilitas lebih nyaman dan elegan.

Tentang LEPAS

LEPAS adalah merek NEV Premium Chery Auto, yang berdedikasi untuk menciptakan pengalaman mobilitas elegan bagi pengguna di seluruh dunia. Berkomitmen menjadi Merek Pilihan untuk Kehidupan Mobilitas Elegan, LEPAS memadukan Leopard Aesthetics, Elegant Technology, dan Exquisite Space, mengubah keanggunan menjadi pengalaman berkendara yang dapat dilihat, dirasakan, dan dipercaya. Didukung oleh jaringan dealer global yang terus berkembang dengan lebih dari 500 gerai penjualan dan layanan, LEPAS memperluas jejak internasionalnya melalui operasi yang dilokalkan, menghadirkan produk dan pengalaman yang disesuaikan dengan pengguna di berbagai pasar global.

Tentang Chery Auto

Didirikan pada tahun 1997, Chery Auto adalah produsen otomotif global yang ahli dalam pengembangan kendaraan, teknologi cerdas, dan solusi energi baru. Perusahaan ini beroperasi di lebih dari 130 negara dan wilayah, didukung oleh jaringan internasional kuat dalam penelitian, produksi, dan kemitraan strategis. Chery Auto tetap menjadi pengekspor kendaraan penumpang No. 1 di Tiongkok di antara berbagai merek Tiongkok selama lebih dari 23 tahun berturut-turut. Dipandu oleh filosofi global "In somewhere, For somewhere, Be somewhere," Chery Auto berkomitmen dalam meningkatkan mobilitas berkelanjutan melalui inovasi terus menerus dan kolaborasi global.

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Monetisasi komersial yang disiplin dan ekspansi Workforce OS mendorong keunggulan operasional berkelanjutan di Asia Tenggara

SINGAPURA, Nov. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- YYForce Inc. (Nasdaq: YFOR) ("YYForce" atau "Perusahaan"), penyedia teknologi pengelolaan tenaga kerja dan pengelolaan fasilitas terpadu (IFM) yang didukung AI, hari ini mengumumkan sejumlah pencapaian penting di bidang keuangan dan operasional yang menandai peralihan signifikan menuju profitabilitas perusahaan yang berkelanjutan serta arus kas operasional yang positif.

Menyusul transformasi perusahaan baru-baru ini dan penerapan pengelolaan modal yang disiplin, YYForce meningkatkan efisiensi melalui platform Workforce OS miliknya sendiri dan platform pengelolaan properti pintar 24iFM. Dengan beralih dari tahap pengembangan awal menuju monetisasi komersial dalam skala lebih luas dan otomatisasi tugas tertentu, Perusahaan telah berhasil menciptakan struktur keekonomian per unit yang menguntungkan di seluruh wilayah operasional regionalnya di Singapura, Malaysia, serta pasar-pasar Asia Tenggara lainnya yang terus berkembang.

Faktor Utama Pendorong Titik Balik Kinerja Operasional dan Keuangan

Percepatan Langkah Menuju Profitabilitas Bersih: Peningkatan adopsi pelanggan dalam skala lebih luas di sektor perhotelan korporat, properti komersial, dan pengelolaan fasilitas terpadu telah mendorong peningkatan margin. Model tenaga kerja hibrida Perusahaan, yang menggabungkan tenaga kerja fleksibel sesuai permintaan dengan otomatisasi layanan khusus, telah menghasilkan keunggulan operasional signifikan sehingga mendorong hasil konsolidasi menuju profitabilitas bersih berdasarkan prinsip akuntansi yang berlaku umum (GAAP).

Arus Kas Operasional Positif: Pengoptimalan modal kerja, penyederhanaan siklus penagihan piutang usaha, serta kontrak perangkat lunak dan layanan yang bersifat berulang telah memperkuat profil likuiditas Perusahaan sehingga menghasilkan arus kas masuk organik yang kuat.

Keekonomian per Unit & Periode Pengembalian Modal yang Terbukti: Penerapan robotika layanan untuk tugas tertentu dan fasilitas pintar, termasuk implementasi berstandar perusahaan di hotel dan properti komersial terkemuka, telah menunjukkan periode pengembalian modal yang singkat serta ROI terukur bagi klien sehingga meningkatkan retensi pelanggan dan mendorong perluasan kontrak ke berbagai lokasi.

Struktur Modal yang Disederhanakan: Menyusul pengoptimalan strategis neraca keuangan pada awal tahun ini, termasuk penghapusan instrumen utang berbasis tranche dan pembentukan struktur permodalan yang bersih, YYForce kini beroperasi tanpa beban utang yang membayangi sehingga arus kas dari aktivitas operasional dapat secara langsung mendanai inisiatif pertumbuhan yang memberikan nilai tambah.

Komentar dari Eksekutif

"Narasi pasar global telah mencapai titik balik penting: nilai perusahaan dalam jangka panjang tidak lagi ditentukan oleh konsep AI yang spekulatif, melainkan oleh monetisasi nyata, pelaksanaan penuh disiplin, dan tingkat pengembalian investasi (ROI) terukur," ujar Mike Fu, Pendiri, Ketua Dewan Direksi, dan CEO YYForce Inc.

"Di YYForce, kami telah menjadikan kegunaan praktis di dunia nyata sebagai landasan model bisnis kami. Dengan menerapkan robotika yang berorientasi pada tugas dan penjadwalan berbasis AI di sektor-sektor yang menghadapi tantangan operasional tinggi, seperti pengoperasian fasilitas dan perhotelan, kami mengatasi keterbatasan tenaga kerja yang serius bagi mitra perusahaan kami sekaligus mendorong peningkatan margin laba kotor yang sehat. Saat ini, momentum operasional kami telah membawa kami mencapai titik balik yang jelas dalam kinerja keuangan. Dengan pengendalian biaya penuh disiplin, pendapatan berulang kuat, dan neraca keuangan yang telah dioptimalkan, YYForce berada dalam posisi yang unik untuk menghasilkan profitabilitas berkelanjutan dan nilai jangka panjang bagi pemegang saham."

Prospek Strategis

Dalam menghadapi tahun fiskal 2027, YYForce akan terus menjalankan langkah-langkah untuk mencapai tiga prioritas utama di bidang keuangan dan strategi:

Memperluas Kontrak Perusahaan Bermargin Tinggi: Meningkatkan pangsa pembelanjaan pelanggan dari jaringan hotel regional, pusat transportasi, dan kompleks komersial yang sudah ada, sekaligus mengakuisisi fasilitas institusional terkemuka sebagai pelanggan baru.

Efisiensi Modal & Disiplin Pengelolaan Kas: Mempertahankan pengendalian ketat atas pengeluaran operasional, menjaga sumber daya modal, dan menginvestasikan kembali arus kas operasional ke dalam peluang komersial yang berpotensi memberikan tingkat pengembalian yang menarik.

Skalabilitas Lintas Negara: Memanfaatkan arsitektur Workforce OS yang minim aset untuk memperluas jangkauan secara lancar ke pasar-pasar regional dengan permintaan tinggi di seluruh Asia Tenggara dan koridor Asia Pasifik yang lebih luas.

Tentang YYForce Inc.

YYForce Inc. (Nasdaq: YFOR) adalah penyedia platform pengelolaan tenaga kerja dan solusi pengelolaan fasilitas terpadu (IFM) yang didukung AI. Dengan menggabungkan algoritma pencocokan tenaga kerja yang cerdas, perangkat lunak operasional Workforce OS milik sendiri, dan otomatisasi layanan komersial, YYForce mentransformasi pengelolaan tenaga kerja dan pengoperasian fasilitas konvensional menjadi alur kerja yang otomatis, efisien, dan berbasis data di Singapura, Malaysia, serta pasar-pasar pertumbuhan internasional.

Untuk informasi selengkapnya, kunjungi www.yyforce.ai.

Pernyataan Berwawasan ke Depan

Siaran pers ini memuat pernyataan berwawasan ke depan sebagaimana dimaksud dalam Pasal 27A Undang-Undang Sekuritas Tahun 1933, sebagaimana telah diubah, dan Pasal 21E Undang-Undang Perdagangan Sekuritas Tahun 1934, sebagaimana telah diubah. Pernyataan-pernyataan ini didasarkan pada ekspektasi dan asumsi Perusahaan saat ini, serta informasi yang tersedia bagi Perusahaan per tanggal rilis siaran pers ini. Pernyataan berwawasan ke depan dapat dikenali melalui penggunaan kata-kata seperti "mungkin", "akan", "seharusnya", "memperkirakan", "mengantisipasi", "merencanakan", "bermaksud", "meyakini", "mengestimasi", "potensi", atau ungkapan serupa, maupun bentuk negatif dari istilah-istilah ini.

Pernyataan berwawasan ke depan dalam siaran pers ini termasuk tetapi tidak terbatas pada, pernyataan mengenai posisi keuangan Perusahaan di masa mendatang, transisi menuju profitabilitas, perolehan arus kas, strategi bisnis, serta rencana dan tujuan manajemen untuk kegiatan operasional di masa mendatang.

Pernyataan berwawasan ke depan mengandung risiko dan ketidakpastian yang melekat. Peristiwa berwawasan ke depan yang dibahas dalam siaran pers ini mungkin tidak terjadi. Peristiwa dan hasil aktual dapat berbeda secara signifikan serta bergantung pada risiko, ketidakpastian, dan asumsi mengenai Perusahaan serta sejumlah faktor lainnya. Untuk pembahasan lebih detail mengenai faktor-faktor risiko, rujuk dokumen yang diserahkan Perusahaan kepada Komisi Sekuritas dan Bursa A.S., termasuk bagian "Faktor Risiko" dalam laporan tahunan terbaru Perusahaan pada Formulir 20-F, sebagaimana diubah. YYForce tidak berkewajiban untuk memperbarui pernyataan ini kecuali sebagaimana diwajibkan oleh hukum yang berlaku.

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VICTORIA, Seychelles, Nov. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reality, the tokenization platform bringing publicly listed equities onchain and part of the Bitget ecosystem, has partnered with Merkl to identify eligible rToken holders whose tokens are deployed across supported DeFi protocols.

This will enable them to keep receiving dividends in stablecoin, even when their tokens are put to work in DeFi instead of sitting in a wallet.

rTokens provide tokenized exposure to publicly listed stocks and ETFs, including eligible economic benefits such as dividends. When these tokens are deposited into lending markets, liquidity pools or staking contracts, the smart contract may appear as the holder onchain instead of the individual user. This makes it more difficult to identify who should receive the associated dividend distributions.

Merkl's reward forwarder technology addresses this by tracing token positions through supported smart contracts to identify the underlying holders and allocate distributions according to the applicable rules. The system can account for multiple layers of DeFi contracts and protocol-specific fees. Users and developers can check if individual contracts are supported through the Merkl Studio Forwarder Scan tool.

"The challenge with assets held in DeFi is knowing who sits behind each position," said Pablo Veyrat, CEO and Co-founder of Merkl. "Our forwarder technology traces ownership through nested smart contracts and tells Reality exactly who holds what, so dividends can reach the right people wherever their tokens are deployed."

"Tokenized equities should be useful beyond trading," said Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget. "If someone puts their rTokens to work in DeFi, they should still be able to receive the dividends they're eligible for. Working with Merkl helps us address that challenge and makes tokenized equities more practical for everyday use."

Under the partnership, Reality continues to manage rToken issuance and dividend entitlements, while Merkl provides the reward forwarding infrastructure for identifying eligible holders across supported DeFi positions. Reality's rToken model distributes eligible cash dividends separately from the token's price, with net cash dividends generally settled in USDT. Distribution through DeFi remains subject to the supported contracts and applicable distribution rules.

The partnership builds on the growing adoption of rTokens within Bitget's UEX ecosystem. According to a DeFiLlama report, rToken trading volume reached $1.16 billion in cumulative volume between June and July, while the number of users trading both crypto and rTokens grew 23.54% month over month in July 2026, pointing to rising demand for tokenized equities as part of broader, cross-asset strategies. The integration with Merkl supports the next stage of development, helping extend the use of tokenized equities beyond exchange-based trading into DeFi.

About Reality

Reality is a regulated real-world asset issuance platform built for global markets, and is proudly part of the Bitget ecosystem. Working with licensed brokers across major exchanges, including Nasdaq and the NYSE, we purchase and hold the underlying assets in custody, then issue the corresponding rights on-chain. This connects traditional capital markets with on-chain infrastructure, opening institutional-grade access to real-world assets for users worldwide.

About Merkl

Merkl is the leading onchain money streaming platform. Stablecoin issuers, fintechs, neobanks and tokenized funds use Merkl to calculate and send yield, dividends and payouts. Merkl tracks ownership across lending markets, liquidity pools and other nested smart contracts, so every payment reaches the beneficial owner behind each position. Since launching in July 2023, Merkl has distributed over $1.8B in tokens across 60+ chains for more than 1,000 companies, including PayPal, Coinbase, Robinhood and Morpho.

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Disciplined commercial monetization and Workforce OS expansion unlock sustainable operating leverage across Southeast Asia

SINGAPORE, Nov. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- YYForce Inc. (Nasdaq: YFOR) ("YYForce" or the "Company"), an AI-enabled workforce management and integrated facility management (IFM) technology provider, today announced significant financial and operational milestones marking a decisive transition toward sustained corporate profitability and positive operating cash flow.

Following its recent corporate transformation and disciplined capital management, YYForce is improving efficiency through its proprietary Workforce OS and 24iFM smart estate platform. By moving beyond initial development into scaled commercial monetization and task-specific automation, the Company has established favorable unit economics across its regional footprint in Singapore, Malaysia, and expanding Southeast Asian markets.

Key Operational and Financial Inflection Drivers

Accelerating Path to Net Profitability: Scaled customer adoption across enterprise hospitality, commercial real estate, and integrated facility management has driven margin expansion. The Company's hybrid workforce model; combining flexible on-demand labor with specialized service automation, has unlocked meaningful operational leverage, steering consolidated results toward GAAP net profitability.

Positive Operating Cash Flow: Optimization of working capital, streamlined accounts receivable collection cycles, and recurring software-and-service contracts have strengthened the Company's liquidity profile, generating robust organic cash inflows.

Proven Unit Economics & Payback: Task-specific service robotics and smart facility deployments - including enterprise-grade rollouts at landmark hotel and commercial properties, have demonstrated rapid payback periods and measurable ROI for clients, leading to improved customer retention and multi-site contract expansions.

Streamlined Capital Structure: Following the strategic optimization of its balance sheet earlier this year, including the elimination of tranche-related debt instruments and the establishment of a clean capital structure - YYForce is operating with zero debt overhang, enabling cash flow from operations to directly fund accretive growth initiatives.

Executive Commentary

"The global market narrative has reached an important turning point: long-term enterprise value is no longer defined by speculative AI concepts, but by concrete monetization, disciplined execution, and measurable return on investment," said Mike Fu, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of YYForce Inc.

"At YYForce, we have anchored our business model in real-world utility. By deploying task-oriented robotics and AI-driven scheduling across high-friction sectors like facility operations and hospitality, we are solving acute labor constraints for our enterprise partners while driving healthy gross margin expansion. Today, our operational momentum has brought us to a clear financial inflection point. With disciplined cost controls, robust recurring revenue, and an optimized balance sheet, YYForce is uniquely positioned to deliver sustainable profitability and enduring shareholder value."

Strategic Outlook

Looking ahead to fiscal 2027, YYForce will continue executing against three primary financial and strategic priorities:

Expanding High-Margin Enterprise Contracts: Deepening wallet share with existing regional hotel chains, transport hubs, and commercial complexes while onboarding new blue-chip institutional facilities.

Capital Efficiency & Cash Discipline: Maintaining strict operating expenditure control, preserving capital resources, and reinvesting operating cash flows into commercial opportunities with attractive potential returns.

Cross-Border Scalability: Leveraging its asset-light Workforce OS architecture to expand seamlessly into high-demand regional markets across Southeast Asia and the broader Asia-Pacific corridor.

About YYForce Inc.

YYForce Inc. (Nasdaq: YFOR) is an AI-enabled workforce management platform and integrated facility management (IFM) solutions provider. Combining intelligent labor-matching algorithms, proprietary Workforce OS operational software, and commercial service automation, YYForce transforms traditional staffing and facilities operations into automated, efficient, and data-driven workflows across Singapore, Malaysia, and international growth markets.

For more information, visit www.yyforce.ai.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements are based on the Company's current expectations, assumptions and information available to it as of the date of this release. Forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as "may," "will," "should," "expects," "anticipates," "plans," "intends," "believes," "estimates," "potential" or similar expressions, or the negative of these terms.

Forward-looking statements in this release include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the Company's future financial position, transition to profitability, cash flow generation, business strategy, and plans and objectives of management for future operations.

Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. The forward-looking events discussed in this press release may not occur, actual events and results may differ materially and are subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions about the Company and a number of factors. For a more detailed discussion of risk factors, please refer to the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including the "Risk Factors" section of the Company's most recent annual report on Form 20-F, as amended. YYForce undertakes no obligation to update these statements except as required by applicable law.

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OXFORD, United Kingdom, Nov. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Water prices rose by an average of 2.0% in Southern Asia and 3.9% in East Asia/Pacific from 2025 to 2026, according to the Global Water Tariff Survey 2026 published by Global Water Intelligence (GWI).

GWI's largest ever survey covers prices in 1,069 cities across 189 countries, each priced the same way, so cities compare directly.

Which areas in Asia are raising water prices, and which are not?

Major cities including Tokyo, Beijing, Shanghai, New Delhi and Mumbai recorded no price change.

Central Asia has been hit hard by rising inflation due to its dependence on Russian trade routes affected by the Ukraine war, resulting in significant price rises of 44.7% in Bishkek, and 11.3% in Dushanbe.

Kazakhstan suspended utility price increases from October 2025 to April 2026, which also suspended block pricing, so combined prices fell by more than 20% in Almaty and Astana.

What do low water prices mean for the industry?

Cost recovery slips further away: current prices are already far below the estimated cost of providing water and wastewater services.

Breaking the pattern is possible: Malaysia's phased increases helped Indah Water Konsortium reach full operating cost recovery at the company level, though households still pay below cost and rural sewer expansion relies on government funding.

Affordability can turn slow rises into cuts: Kazakhstan reduced prices in the name of affordability, despite utilities clamouring for more revenue.

"It's clear that water price stagnation remains a persistent challenge across Asia. Yet Malaysia's recent progress on wastewater pricing offers an encouraging example of what sustained political commitment and public engagement can achieve in improving a utility's financial sustainability," said Charlotte Christian, Asia Editor at Global Water Intelligence.

The full survey, with prices for all 1,069 cities, is available to GWI Executive members: https://www.globalwaterintel.com/documents/the-global-water-tariff-survey-2026 

Journalists can request city or country figures from tallulah.lutkin@globalwaterintel.com.  

About Global Water Intelligence 

Global Water Intelligence (GWI) is the leading publisher, market intelligence provider, and events organiser for the international water industry. For over 25 years, our journalists, analysts and events have helped clients make better strategic decisions across municipal and industrial water, technology, finance and engineering.

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Source: Tongxiang News Office

TONGXIANG, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 6 November 2026 - A robot makes coffee. Others dance, patrol exhibition halls or trade mock blows in choreographed demonstrations. Scenes like these were on full display at this year's World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit, which concluded on Nov 5 in the canal town of Wuzhen in eastern China.

Companies including Unitree Robotics, AgiBot and UBTECH used the "Light of Internet" Expo to show how far robots have come - and how close they may be to becoming part of everyday life.

But the expo was not only about spectacle. Many of the machines on display were being developed for tasks beyond the exhibition hall.

Evan Kail, an American content creator visiting the expo, paused in front of Unitree Robotics' GD01, a robot designed for emergency-response scenarios.

Kail said the machine captured the pace of China's progress in robotics. A few years ago, he said, Unitree robots were widely known for dancing in televised gala performances. Now, machines such as the GD01 pointed to more practical roles, including disaster response and search-and-rescue operations.

"The leaps of technology in China are very impressive," Kail said. "As climate change gets worse and worse, robots like this can make a difference if they are used to save lives."

The shift from eye-catching demonstrations to practical deployment was a recurring theme across the expo. But for robots to work reliably in crowded streets, disaster zones or industrial sites, the machine itself is only part of the equation. It also needs a network capable of carrying huge amounts of data, responding almost instantly and supporting AI decisions close to where they are needed.

At China Mobile's booth, a display highlighted one example: traffic-management robots deployed in Hangzhou, the eastern Chinese city that hosted the 2023 Asian Games.

Earlier this year, during a peak holiday travel period, Hangzhou deployed 15 robots at major intersections in tourist areas and downtown districts. Part of the Hangzhou Police Smart Mobility program, they can answer questions, guide pedestrians and vehicles, and warn people about traffic violations.

The deployment illustrates how connectivity is becoming central to the usefulness of intelligent machines. The current system uses 5G and 5G-Advanced connections and typically supports one camera on each robot. Future versions are expected to carry as many as six cameras and operate more independently within defined areas.

That will require latency below 10 milliseconds, uplink speeds above 100 Mbps and positioning accurate to within centimeters - demands that are helping shape the development of 6G.

The next generation of mobile technology is still years from commercial deployment. But its ambitions extend beyond faster download speeds. Industry plans for 6G include combining communications with sensing, edge computing and satellite connectivity.

"With 6G, networks will effectively gain radar-like eyes - the ability to sense and understand their surroundings - while AI will give them a brain," said Liang Zeshuai, a network optimization engineer at China Mobile Zhejiang.

In this vision, a base station would do more than transmit data. Equipped with radar-like sensing capabilities, it could detect a nearby drone, identify obstacles around a blind corner or provide an autonomous machine with a more detailed understanding of its surroundings. Edge computing, meanwhile, would allow AI tasks to be processed closer to the user, rather than sending every request to a distant data center.

That could matter especially in the kinds of situations Kail had in mind: complex and dangerous environments where time, connectivity and situational awareness can make a difference.

Satellite connectivity could provide another layer of resilience when typhoons, earthquakes or other disasters damage ground-based infrastructure. China Mobile has launched a direct-to-handset service using the Tiantong and BeiDou satellite systems.

For now, 5G-Advanced - a network that goes beyond 5G in speed and performance - has already been widely rolled out across China. In Wuzhen, a 5G-Advanced "super uplink" network with upload speeds of up to 1,000 Mbps covered the conference venue for the first time. Robot dogs used the network to patrol the area, transmitting 4K video and location data in real time.

The same combination of connectivity, computing and AI is moving into industries where the gains may be less visible than a dancing robot, but potentially more consequential.

China Mobile and Sinopharm, China's state-owned pharmaceutical and healthcare conglomerate, for example, have developed an AI-enabled cold-chain logistics platform that has reduced delivery costs by 65% and cut delivery times by 70%. The system is designed to help manage the transport of temperature-sensitive products, where delays or poor monitoring can lead to waste.

At Ningbo-Zhoushan Port, China Mobile has built what it describes as the world's largest 5G private network for port operations. Such networks can support real-time coordination among cranes, vehicles, cameras and control systems across a vast, fast-moving industrial site.

The company is also applying AI and connected systems to public safety and emergency management, including flood-control planning and drone inspections of buildings. The aim is not only to respond faster after an emergency, but to identify risks before they become crises.

At Wuzhen, the robots remained the most visible attraction. They made coffee, danced for visitors and posed for cameras. Yet the more consequential story was happening behind them - in the networks, computing systems and satellite links that could determine how quickly AI moves from a trade-show novelty into a tool for cities, industries and, potentially, lifesaving work.

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WUHU, China, Nov. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- During the inaugural LEPAS Global Elegant Lifestyle Week, 34 Elegant Driving Ambassadors from 15 countries joined the LEPAS L6 EV's first-ever LEPAS Global Journey of Elegant Driving.

Traveling nearly 700 kilometers from Shanghai to Wuhu via Tonglu, Qiandao Lake and She County, they experienced the vehicle's versatility and refined performance across urban roads, highways and mountain routes.

For ambassadors from Europe and Brazil, chassis performance and handling were key priorities. The winding roads around Qiandao Lake provided an ideal test. With its highly integrated 12-in-1 electric drive system and chassis tuned by a professional European team, the LEPAS L6 EV delivered smooth power and confident handling.

Ambassadors from Motor1, IG Carros and MSN praised the L6 EV's chassis, suspension, steering and braking, highlighting its comfortable ride and natural handling on narrow roads. An ambassador from the UK's Auto Express also commended its smooth acceleration and ample power when merging onto highways.

For users in South Africa and Latin America, music enhances the driving experience. An ambassador from South Africa's Navigating Media praised the LEPAS L6 EV's premium interior materials, craftsmanship and immersive sound from its SONY audio system.

In Southeast Asia, younger users place greater emphasis on affordability and intelligent features. Accordingly, ambassadors from the region focused on the L6 EV's new energy technology and smart cockpit. They praised the L6 EV's driving range and 20-minute charging from 30% to 80% SOC. Its all-scenario intelligent voice assistant, ADAS features, Automated Parking Assist (APA), Remote Parking Assist (RPA) and 540? Panoramic View also inspired confidence on challenging roads.

Beyond testing performance, the journey fostered dialogue on elegant mobility and lifestyle, reflecting the co-creation spirit of LEPAS Global Elegant Lifestyle Week. LEPAS will continue listening to global users and refining its products to deliver more comfortable, elegant mobility experiences.

About LEPAS

LEPAS is Chery Auto's Premium NEV brand, dedicated to creating elegant mobility experiences for users worldwide. Committed to becoming the Preferred Brand for Elegant Mobility Life, LEPAS brings together Leopard Aesthetics, Elegant Technology, and Exquisite Space - transforming elegance into a driving experience you can see, feel, and trust. Supported by a growing global dealer network of more than 500 sales and service outlets, LEPAS is expanding its international footprint through localized operations, delivering products and experiences tailored to users across global markets.

About Chery Auto

Founded in 1997, Chery Auto is a global automotive manufacturer specializing in vehicle development, intelligent technologies, and new energy solutions. The company operates in more than 130 countries and regions, supported by a strong international network of research, production, and strategic partnerships.

Chery Auto has remained China's No. 1 passenger vehicle exporter among Chinese brands for 23 consecutive years. Guided by its global philosophy of "In somewhere, For somewhere, Be somewhere," Chery Auto is committed to advancing sustainable mobility through continuous innovation and global collaboration.

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TALLINN, Estonia and HELSINKI, Nov. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Elering, the Estonian national transmission system operator, has officially signed a landmark agreement with Finnish defence technology pioneer Image Soft to deliver its 3rd Generation UNWAS (Underwater Surveillance System) to protect critical underwater high-voltage direct current (HVDC) interconnect cables in the Baltic Sea.

As a forward-thinking TSO at the forefront of European energy security, Elering continues to lead the industry in proactive asset protection and critical underwater infrastructure (CUI) resilience. By deploying system like UNWAS, Elering sets a new standard for modern energy grid defense, demonstrating how infrastructure operators can effectively mitigate emerging threats in high-risk maritime environments.

Pioneering Security for Critical Subsea Infrastructure

Under this contract, Elering will secure its key underwater interconnect cables against sabotage, anchor dragging, and unauthorized interference. The 3rd Generation UNWAS system provides real-time coverage across hundreds of square kilometers of sea area, automatically detecting, tracking, and raising early-warning alerts the moment a potential threat approaches the critical infrastructure.

Utilizing ultra-sensitive, passive acoustic hydrophone-based sensors, UNWAS continuously monitors all underwater acoustic phenomena without itself emitting any detectable signals or interfering with surround sensitive sea life. The system is capable of picking up the faintest aquatic sounds-ranging from biological activity like barnacles to low-noise, closed-circuit divers or unmanned underwater vessels or devices -ensuring comprehensive maritime situational awareness.

While the deployment marks a major milestone in Baltic regional security, commercial terms, sensor locations, and specific operational details remain strictly confidential to safeguard system effectiveness and infrastructure integrity.

About Image Soft and the UNWAS System

Founded in Finland, Image Soft is a specialized defence technology provider renowned for its expertise in underwater acoustics, maritime surveillance, and naval simulation systems.

The company's flagship UNWAS (Underwater Surveillance System) is 3rd-generation passive sonar security framework designed specifically to protect ports, naval bases, offshore wind farms, and subsea pipelines and cables. By combining highly sensitive hydrophone arrays with advanced signal processing and automated target classification algorithms, UNWAS empowers security operators with actionable intelligence to counter covert underwater threats before harm occurs.

Executive Commentary

"Subsea electricity interconnections are vital to the security of supply in Estonia and the wider region. We must therefore identify potential threats early and respond quickly. Our cooperation with Image Soft gives us a clearer picture of activity around the cables and helps us prevent risks. This is a practical step towards strengthening the protection of our infrastructure and the resilience of the energy system."

- Reigo Kebja, Member of the Board/ Head of Asset Management, Elering

"Protecting subsea electricity infrastructure requires close cooperation and reliable situational awareness. We appreciate Elering's practical approach to strengthening the security of its interconnections. By combining Elering's knowledge of the energy system with Image Soft's underwater surveillance technology, we can help identify potential threats earlier and support a timely response."

- Matti Suuronen, Chief Executive Officer, Image Soft

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WUHU, China, Nov. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Amid the global transition toward sustainable energy and vehicle intelligence, Chery presented a series of core new energy technology advancements and smart mobility achievements at its Global Innovation Conference on October 20.

Following the conference, LUXEED held its Global Brand Launch on October 21, officially unveiling its flagship luxury MPV, LLounge, and SUV, Stormax. Both models come equipped with next-generation AI smart cabin technologies, elevating the automobile from a conventional mode of transport into an intuitive mobility partner. This launch marks a strategic shift in Chery's global expansion-evolving from vehicle exports to the global deployment of a unified new energy ecosystem and intelligent experience, opening a vital new growth trajectory for LUXEED.

As Chery Group's strategic global brand for smart luxury, LUXEED anchors its product experience around three core pillars: Extreme Driving Pleasure, Beyond-Class Enjoyment, and Ultimate Intelligence. Guided by its brand philosophy of "Intelligent Redefinition of Luxury and Driving Pleasure," LUXEED aims to redefine luxury mobility standards for high-net-worth individuals worldwide. Complementing this mobility ecosystem, Chery's embodied intelligence brand, AiMOGA, recently launched its first home companion robot, MOBO, which has officially opened for global pre-orders.

To address diverse mobility scenarios, LUXEED's twin flagships offer distinct luxury solutions. The LLounge embodies the spirit of "FLY HIGH," featuring second-row zero-gravity seats, an ultra-quiet executive cabin, and a class-leading minimum turning radius of 5.35 meters-transforming executive travel, family trips, and long-distance journeys into a mobile executive lounge. Meanwhile, the Stormax stands for "FLY FAST," delivering 0?100 km/h acceleration in 3.8 seconds, a top speed of 251 km/h, a dedicated BOOST mode, and precision dynamic handling, tailored for coastal drives and cross-city touring.

Leveraging Chery Group's proprietary new energy architecture, LUXEED models are specially tuned for diverse global operating environments-easily managing extreme heat and sandstorms in the Gulf Region as well as heavy rainfall and high humidity in Southeast Asia. Designed for global high-net-worth professionals, LUXEED delivers a full-scenario smart luxury mobility experience combining reliable performance, premium comfort, and seamless ecosystem synergy.

#LUXEED #Chery #LLounge #Stormax #AiMOGA #MOBO #SmartMobility #LuxuryEV #NewEnergyVehicles #AIAutonomousDriving #SmartCabin #EV #AutomotiveInnovation #GlobalExpansion

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WUHU, China, Nov. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On October 21, LUXEED, Chery's intelligent luxury brand, made its global debut with two flagship models. During the same period, AiMOGA, Chery's embodied AI brand, announced that cumulative global commercial deliveries of its robots had surpassed 3,000 units, with operations spanning more than 60 countries and regions.

AiMOGA also opened global pre-orders for MOBO, its first home companion robot.

Although operating in different sectors, the two brands draw on the manufacturing expertise, engineering capabilities and global resources developed by Chery Group. Their progress illustrates how Chery is applying its established automotive capabilities to new areas of intelligent technology, from luxury mobility to robotics.

As Chery's intelligent luxury brand, LUXEED draws on the Group's global manufacturing network and R&D capabilities, applying automotive-grade engineering and quality-control standards across vehicle development and production.

Its development incorporates Chery's accumulated expertise in intelligent manufacturing and Vehicle Motion Control (VMC) systems. These capabilities support the engineering and production of LUXEED's two flagship models: the luxury MPV LLounge and performance SUV Stormax.

From manufacturing processes and vehicle validation to motion control and safety engineering, Chery's established automotive capabilities provide a foundation for LUXEED to deliver consistent product quality as it expands into international markets.

Chery's manufacturing capabilities also provide an important foundation for AiMOGA's commercial growth. Since entering the market, AiMOGA has recorded more than 3,000 cumulative global robot deliveries, with business operations established across more than 60 countries and regions.

This progress is supported by Chery's experience in automotive manufacturing, quality management and global supply-chain operations. By adapting established industrial processes and production expertise to robotics, AiMOGA can draw on capabilities developed through years of vehicle manufacturing.

According to Chery, AiMOGA achieves 100% supply-chain reuse with its automotive business and shares 70% of its R&D technologies. These figures illustrate the extent of the technological and industrial overlap between the two businesses, creating opportunities to apply proven automotive capabilities to the development and production of robots.

From LUXEED's intelligent luxury vehicles to AiMOGA's embodied AI products, Chery is extending its manufacturing and engineering expertise into different areas of intelligent technology.

The two brands have distinct products, users and market opportunities, but benefit from a common industrial foundation: automotive engineering experience, established manufacturing processes, supply-chain resources and global operational capabilities.

As both brands pursue international growth, this foundation provides Chery with a platform to develop and deliver intelligent products across an expanding range of markets and applications.

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WUHU, China, Nov. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Earlier this year, Chery Automobile established a global strategic partnership with NVIDIA to conduct joint R&D across high-level driver assistance, in-cabin AI, and robotics, accelerating the industrial deployment of Physical AI.

As Physical AI rapidly transitions from virtual models to real-world applications, the automobile is being redefined into an intelligent entity capable of perception, comprehension, and decision-making. On October 21, at the LUXEED Global Brand Launch, the brand introduced its twin flagships-the LLounge MPV and the Stormax SUV. Both models feature state-of-the-art AI smart cabins and advanced intelligent driving technologies, elevating the vehicle from a traditional mode of transport to a truly intuitive mobility partner.

As a next-generation premium intelligent brand, LUXEED takes "Intelligent Redefinition of Luxury and Driving Pleasure" as its core philosophy, delivering groundbreaking smart driving and riding experiences. Powered by an industry-leading World Model for Autonomous Driving, the system integrates data from multi-modal sensors and has undergone tens of millions of iteration training cycles, equipping the vehicles with seamless navigate-on-autopilot capabilities and predictive road awareness.

To ensure stability and reliability for high-level autonomous driving, LUXEED is backed by the high-performance 8397 chip, multi-modal perception, and a human-like memory architecture. The smart cabin integrates eye-tracking, gesture recognition, and environmental sensing. This enables the vehicle not only to interpret complex traffic scenarios but also to perceive occupant needs, proactively adapting to individual preferences and reducing interaction friction-fulfilling premium users' demands for smooth, effortless intelligence.

Beyond in-vehicle AI upgrades, LUXEED is continuously pushing the boundaries of smart luxury amid this AI-driven global expansion. Chery's embodied intelligence brand, AiMOGA, has officially opened global pre-orders for its first home companion robot, MOBO, marking a steady expansion of the group's smart innovation footprint.

As the global premium market shifts from feature competition to experience-driven value, LUXEED moves beyond the traditional vehicle definition. Utilizing the entire vehicle as a mobile intelligent node and relying on Chery's global R&D capabilities, LUXEED delivers a human-centric, full-scenario smart luxury experience tailored for high-net-worth business professionals worldwide.

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HAMILTON, Bermuda, Nov. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SiriusPoint Ltd. ("SiriusPoint" or the "Company") (NYSE:SPNT), a global specialty underwriter, today announced results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2026, and entered into a loss portfolio transfer (LPT) agreement to close the chapter on its legacy portfolio.

Third Quarter 2026 Highlights

Net income available to SiriusPoint common shareholders of $87 million, or $0.74 per diluted common share

Operating earnings per share increased 19% to $0.88

Return on equity of 15.4%, with operating return on equity of 17.6%

Core gross written premium increased 14%, driven by 20% growth in Insurance & Services

Core combined ratio of 90.1%

Book value per diluted common share (ex. AOCI) increased 4% from June 30, 2026 to $20.21

Balance sheet remains strong with BSCR estimate of 232%

Nine Months 2026 Highlights

Net income available to SiriusPoint common shareholders of $255 million, up 25% versus prior year

Diluted earnings per common share of $2.14, with operating earnings per share up 17% to $2.29

Return on equity of 15.1%, with operating return on equity of 15.8%

Insurance & Services gross written premium growth of 14%; continued discipline in Reinsurance with premiums decreasing 6%

Core combined ratio of 90.1% improved 1.3 points versus prior year

Book value per diluted common share (ex. AOCI) increased 12% from December 31, 2025 to $20.21

SiriusPoint's LPT agreement with RiverStone covers substantially all of the remaining run-off reserves and is supported by significant limit and strong collateral. The deal is expected to unlock over $200 million of capital currently supporting the run-off portfolio. The deal is subject to regulatory approval.

Scott Egan, Chief Executive Officer, said: "Our third quarter results represent continued strong performance, with our diversified, low-volatility portfolio again delivering on both growth and profitability. Our Insurance & Services segment grew by 20% and our core combined ratio was 90.1% both in the quarter and year to date. With an operating return on equity of 17.6% for the quarter and 15.8% year to date, the business continues to outperform against our 12-15% target.

"We continue to create value for our shareholders as our book value per share (ex. AOCI) grew by 4% in the quarter and 12% year to date. As we head into the final quarter, we believe our underwriting credentials and positive momentum position us well to close out the year with confidence. Our balance sheet and capital are very strong, and we have the agility to deploy capital where we see the best opportunities.

"We have also announced another important milestone in the quarter linked to our legacy run-off portfolio, agreeing a loss portfolio transfer with RiverStone. This will allow us to effectively close the door on this historical book of reserves, further simplifying our business and unlocking significant capital."

Key Financial Metrics

The following table shows certain key financial metrics for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2026 and 2025 and as of September 30, 2026 and December 31, 2025:

 

	September 30, 2026			December 31, 2025
Book value per common share	$	19.37		$	19.40
Book value per diluted common share	$	19.05		$	18.61
Book value per diluted common share ex. AOCI ⁽?⁾	$	20.21		$	18.10
Tangible book value per diluted common share ⁽?⁾	$	17.30		$	17.62

 

(1) Core combined ratio, Core underwriting income, and Core net services income are non-GAAP financial measures. See definitions in "Non-GAAP Financial Measures" and reconciliations in "Segment Reporting." Operating net income, Operating earnings per share, Annualized Operating ROE, book value per diluted common share ex. AOCI and tangible book value per diluted common share are non-GAAP financial measures. See definitions and reconciliations in "Non-GAAP Financial Measures."

Third Quarter and Nine Months 2026 Summary

Consolidated underwriting income for the three months ended September 30, 2026 was $103.5 million compared to $91.4 million for the three months ended September 30, 2025. The improvement was primarily driven by lower attritional loss ratios and increased favorable prior year loss reserve development, slightly offset by higher expense ratios.

Consolidated underwriting income for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 was $254.7 million compared to $235.7 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025. The improvement was primarily driven by a decrease in catastrophe losses as the prior period included losses from the California wildfires and increased favorable prior year loss reserve development, partially offset by higher expenses. Increased acquisition costs primarily resulted from profit commission accruals related to favorable loss experience and increased other underwriting expense is largely driven by expenses related to incentive compensation award outperformance.

Reportable Segments

The determination of our reportable segments is based on the manner in which management monitors the performance of our operations, which consist of two reportable segments - Insurance & Services and Reinsurance. Collectively, the sum of our two segments, Insurance & Services and Reinsurance, constitute our "Core" results. Core underwriting income, Core net services income, Core income and Core combined ratio are non-GAAP financial measures. See reconciliations in "Segment Reporting." We believe it is useful to review Core results as they reflect how management views the business and reflects our decision to exit the run-off business. The sum of Core results and Corporate results are equal to the consolidated results of operations.

In the fourth quarter of 2026, SiriusPoint plans to realign its reportable segments to reflect how management now views and manages the business. Over recent years, SiriusPoint has evolved into a specialty underwriter, and management increasingly evaluates performance and allocates capital across its specialty markets. Our external financial reporting will be aligned with that approach.

Under the new structure, SiriusPoint plans to report two segments. Accident & Health, which now has over $1 billion of premiums, will become a standalone segment, reflecting its distinct product, risk, earnings and capital characteristics. The remaining specialty businesses will be reported in a new Specialty P&C segment, which management evaluates on a combined basis, allocating capital and resources and assessing underwriting performance across the portfolio. These segments will replace our previous Insurance & Services and Reinsurance segments, and together they will continue to make up our Core results.

Three months ended September 30, 2026 and 2025

Core Premium Volume

Gross written premium increased by $119.0 million, or 13.7%, to $990.6 million for the three months ended September 30, 2026 compared to $871.6 million for the three months ended September 30, 2025. Net written premium increased by $13.8 million, or 2.1%, to $678.7 million for the three months ended September 30, 2026 compared to $664.9 million for the three months ended September 30, 2025. Net earned premium increased by $121.3 million, or 18.9%, to $764.8 million for the three months ended September 30, 2026 compared to $643.5 million for the three months ended September 30, 2025. The increases in written premium were driven by our Insurance & Services segment, including growth in Surety business as well as an increase in our estimated premium for Professional Liability business, slightly offset by the exit of an International A&H program. The increase in net earned premium was primarily related to increases in our estimate of the earned premium in Professional Liability and A&H businesses. The Professional Liability and A&H premium estimate changes were largely offset by corresponding loss and acquisition costs, with no significant impact on underwriting income.

Core Underwriting Results

Core results for the three months ended September 30, 2026 included income of $87.8 million compared to $79.7 million for the three months ended September 30, 2025. Income for the three months ended September 30, 2026 consists of underwriting income of $75.9 million (90.1% combined ratio) and net services income of $11.9 million, compared to underwriting income of $69.6 million (89.1% combined ratio) and net services income of $10.1 million for the three months ended September 30, 2025. The improvement in underwriting income was primarily driven by lower attritional loss ratios and increased favorable prior year loss reserve development, slightly offset by higher expense ratios. For the three months ended September 30, 2026, favorable prior year loss reserve development was $18.3 million compared to $9.1 million for the three months ended September 30, 2025, primarily driven by favorable development on Property and A&H business.

The increase in net services income was due to growth in the IMG travel business and the acquisition of Assist America, partially offset by the deconsolidation of Armada. Service margin, which is calculated as Net service fee income as a percentage of services revenues, increased to 19.7% for the three months ended September 30, 2026 from 16.3% for the three months ended September 30, 2025, when adjusted to exclude Armada, driven by the acquisition of Assist America.

Nine months ended September 30, 2026 and 2025

Core Premium Volume

Gross written premium increased by $184.3 million, or 6.6%, to $2,975.9 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 compared to $2,791.6 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025. Net written premium decreased by $31.7 million, or 1.5%, to $2,085.0 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 compared to $2,116.7 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025. Net earned premium increased by $127.0 million, or 6.6%, to $2,041.9 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 compared to $1,914.9 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025. The increases in gross written premium and net earned premium were driven by our Insurance & Services segment, primarily driven by an increase in premium estimates on Professional Liability and A&H businesses, new program growth, mainly in General Liability, as well as continued organic growth in existing programs and growth in A&H. These increases were partially offset by decreases in our Reinsurance segment, mainly in Casualty, Property Catastrophe, and Other Specialties. The Professional Liability and A&H premium estimate changes were largely offset by corresponding loss and acquisition costs, with no significant impact on underwriting income. The decrease in net written premium was primarily driven by the decreases in our Reinsurance segment and the ceded premium related to the inception of an aggregate reinsurance program in 2026.

Core Underwriting Results

Core results for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 included income of $232.0 million compared to $203.4 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025. Income for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 consists of underwriting income of $201.8 million (90.1% combined ratio) and net services income of $30.2 million, compared to underwriting income of $165.7 million (91.4% combined ratio) and net services income of $37.7 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025. The improvement in net underwriting results was primarily driven by decreased catastrophe losses, partially offset by higher acquisition costs and other underwriting expense. Catastrophe losses were $6.7 million, or 0.3 percentage points on the combined ratio, for the nine months ended September 30, 2026, compared to $67.4 million, or 3.5 percentage points on the combined ratio, for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, primarily driven by the California wildfires in the prior period. Increased acquisition costs primarily resulted from profit commission accruals related to favorable loss experience and increased other underwriting expense is largely driven by expenses related to incentive compensation award outperformance.

Insurance & Services Segment

Three months ended September 30, 2026 and 2025

Insurance & Services gross written premium were $673.0 million for the three months ended September 30, 2026, an increase of $111.0 million, or 19.8%, compared to the three months ended September 30, 2025, primarily driven by growth in Surety business as well as an increase in premium estimate on Professional Liability business, slightly offset by the exit of an International A&H program. The Professional Liability premium estimate change was largely offset by corresponding loss and acquisition costs, with no significant impact on underwriting income.

Insurance & Services generated income of $44.9 million for the three months ended September 30, 2026, compared to $47.8 million for the three months ended September 30, 2025. Income for the three months ended September 30, 2026 consists of underwriting income of $33.0 million (92.8% combined ratio) and net services income of $11.9 million, compared to underwriting income of $37.7 million (90.1% combined ratio) and net services income of $10.1 million for the three months ended September 30, 2025. The decrease in underwriting income was primarily a result of higher acquisition and other underwriting expense ratios, slightly offset by lower attritional loss ratios.

Nine months ended September 30, 2026 and 2025

Insurance & Services gross written premium were $2,002.2 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2026, an increase of $244.7 million, or 13.9%, for the nine months September 30, 2026 compared to the nine months ended September 30, 2025, primarily driven by an increase in premium estimate on Professional Liability business, Surety and new program growth, mainly in General Liability, as well as continued organic growth in existing programs and growth in North America A&H. The Professional Liability premium estimate change was largely offset by corresponding loss and acquisition costs, with no significant impact on underwriting income.

Insurance & Services generated income of $128.7 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2026, compared to $135.0 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025. Income for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 consists of underwriting income of $98.5 million (92.0% combined ratio) and net services income of $30.2 million, compared to underwriting income of $97.3 million (91.1% combined ratio) and net services income of $37.7 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025. The improvement in underwriting income was primarily driven by increased favorable prior year loss reserve development, partially offset by increased expenses. For the nine months ended September 30, 2026, favorable prior year loss reserve development was $40.3 million compared to $21.7 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, primarily driven by favorable development in A&H. Increased acquisition costs primarily resulted from profit commission accruals related to favorable loss experience and increased other underwriting expense is largely driven by expenses related to incentive compensation award outperformance.

Reinsurance Segment

Three months ended September 30, 2026 and 2025

Reinsurance gross written premium were $317.6 million for the three months ended September 30, 2026, an increase of $8.0 million, or 2.6%, compared to the three months ended September 30, 2025, primarily driven by increases in certain Other Specialties lines, specifically Property and Marine & Energy.

Reinsurance generated underwriting income of $42.9 million (86.0% combined ratio) for the three months ended September 30, 2026, compared to $31.9 million (87.9% combined ratio) for the three months ended September 30, 2025. The increase in underwriting income for the three months ended September 30, 2026 compared to the three months ended September 30, 2025 was primarily driven by increased favorable prior year reserve development in Property and Energy.

Nine months ended September 30, 2026 and 2025

Reinsurance gross written premium were $973.7 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2026, a decrease of $60.4 million, or 5.8%, compared to the nine months ended September 30, 2025, primarily driven by deliberate reductions in Casualty, rate and exposure reductions in Property Catastrophe, and reductions in Other Specialties.

Reinsurance generated underwriting income of $103.3 million (87.4% combined ratio) for the nine months ended September 30, 2026, compared to $68.4 million (91.7% combined ratio) for the nine months ended September 30, 2025. The increase in underwriting income was primarily driven by decreased catastrophe losses, as the nine months ended September 30, 2025 included losses of $62.6 million, or 7.6 percentage points on the combined ratio, primarily from the California wildfires. This was partially offset by lower favorable prior year loss reserve development of $26.9 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2026, compared to $35.5 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, mainly from reserve releases in Property relating to prior year's catastrophe events.

Investments

Three months ended September 30, 2026 and 2025

Net investment income decreased to $65.9 million for the three months ended September 30, 2026 compared to $66.5 million for the three months ended September 30, 2025 driven by lower yields on cash and short-term investments, as well as portfolio repositioning. Net investment gains (losses) decreased to $3.3 million for the three months ended September 30, 2026 compared to $6.2 million for the three months ended September 30, 2025. The decrease was primarily related to realized losses on sales of TPOC and other AFS debt securities, slightly offset by higher gains on sales of other long-term investments.

Nine months ended September 30, 2026 and 2025

Net investment income decreased to $197.8 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 compared to $205.9 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025 driven by lower yields on cash and short-term investments, as well as portfolio repositioning. Net investment gains (losses) increased to $22.6 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 compared to $6.6 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025 primarily due to gains from fair value changes in the Company's investments managed by related parties, which are included in Other long-term investments, partially offset by the reversal of inception to date unrealized gains.

Webcast Details

The Company will hold a webcast to discuss its third quarter 2026 results at 08:30 a.m. Eastern Time on November 6, 2026. The webcast of the conference call will be available over the Internet from the Company's website at www.siriuspt.com under the "Investor Relations" section. Participants should follow the instructions provided on the website to download and install any necessary audio applications. The conference call will be available by dialing 1-877-451-6152 (domestic) or 1-201-389-0879 (international). Participants should ask for the SiriusPoint Ltd. third quarter 2026 earnings call.

The online replay will be available on the Company's website immediately following the call at www.siriuspt.com under the "Investor Relations" section.

Safe Harbor Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties, many of which may be beyond the Company's control. The Company cautions you that the forward-looking information presented in this press release is not a guarantee of future events, and that actual events may differ materially from those made in or suggested by the forward-looking information contained in this press release. In addition, forward-looking statements generally can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "believes," "intends," "seeks," "anticipates," "aims," "plans," "targets," "estimates," "expects," "assumes," "continues," "guidance," "should," "could," "will," "may" and the negative of these or similar terms and phrases. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the "Risk Factors" described in the Company's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and other subsequent periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

All forward-looking statements speak only as of the date made and the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures and Other Financial Metrics

In presenting SiriusPoint's results, management has included financial measures that are not calculated under standards or rules that comprise accounting principles generally accepted in the United States ("GAAP"). SiriusPoint's management uses this information in its internal analysis of results and believes that this information may be informative to investors in gauging the quality of SiriusPoint's financial performance, identifying trends in our results, and providing meaningful period-to-period comparisons. Core underwriting income, Core net services income, Core income, Core combined ratio, book value per diluted common share excluding accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) ("AOCI"), tangible book value per diluted common share, Operating net income, Core Operating net income, Operating earnings per share, Core Operating earnings per share, Operating ROE and Core Operating ROE are non-GAAP financial measures. Reconciliations of such non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP figures are included in the attached financial information in accordance with Regulation G and Item 10(e) of Regulation S-K, as applicable.

About the Company

SiriusPoint is a global underwriter of insurance and reinsurance providing solutions to clients and brokers around the world. Bermuda-headquartered with offices in New York, London, Stockholm and other locations, we are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (SPNT). We have licenses to write Property & Casualty and Accident & Health insurance and reinsurance globally. Our offering and distribution capabilities are strengthened by a portfolio of strategic partnerships with Managing General Agents and Program Administrators. With approximately $3.0 billion total capital, SiriusPoint's operating companies have a financial strength rating of A from AM Best, S&P and Fitch, and A3 from Moody's. For more information, please visit www.siriuspt.com.

Company to highlight solutions spanning advanced materials, precision components, and finished medical devices

Wayne, PA, Nov. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TekniPlex Healthcare, a global leader in advanced materials science solutions for healthcare applications, will showcase its integrated contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) capabilities at COMPAMED 2026, taking place November 16-19 in D?sseldorf, Germany.

At Hall 8b, Booth N02, the company will highlight how its expertise in materials science, precision components, and medical device manufacturing supports medical technology OEMs from initial development through commercial-scale production.

Under the theme "Engineered for the Critical Path," TekniPlex Healthcare will emphasize its comprehensive MedTech CDMO and Interventional Device Solutions portfolio, connecting custom material formulations, precision extrusion, braiding, molding, and catheter manufacturing within an integrated approach.

As medical devices become increasingly complex, manufacturers face challenges related to material selection, component performance, supplier coordination, and production scalability. By bringing together complementary technical capabilities, TekniPlex Healthcare helps OEMs streamline development, reduce supplier handoffs, and strengthen supply chain resilience.

At COMPAMED 2026, TekniPlex Healthcare will highlight its integrated capabilities spanning custom compounds, precision-extruded single- and multi-lumen tubing, braided catheter shafts, molded components, and finished catheters. Its portfolio also includes Nitinol components, implant device assembly, and design-for-manufacturability support for complex medical device applications.

"Material and manufacturability decisions drive device performance and scale", said Brian Clarke, Vice President & General Manager at TekniPlex Healthcare. "Our technical teams work with OEM design, engineering and manufacturing groups early in development, then support qualification, transfer and production continuity."

Beyond its MedTech CDMO offering, TekniPlex Healthcare will showcase complementary barrier protection and packaging solutions for pharmaceutical and consumer healthcare applications. These include sealing solutions, liners, gaskets, packaging components, and LamePlast containers, reflecting the company's broader expertise in healthcare materials and product protection.

With its global manufacturing capabilities and application-specific technical expertise, TekniPlex Healthcare supports customers throughout development, qualification, manufacturing transfer, and commercial production, helping address regional supply requirements and long-term production continuity.

About TekniPlex Healthcare

TekniPlex Healthcare utilizes advanced materials science expertise and technologies to develop and deliver critical solutions for medical and diagnostic devices, drug delivery systems and sterile barrier healthcare packaging applications. With a global reach, the division's deep understanding of the greater pharmaceuticals and medical landscape helps it produce exemplary barrier properties for drugs and precision medical devices for interventional and therapeutic procedures.

In the medical device niche, TekniPlex Healthcare embodies a comprehensive CDMO partner capable of servicing every stage of the product life cycle, from design and development through component manufacturing and final assembly. Throughout its broad purview, the division's ever-evolving portfolio helps meet demands for high-leverage medicines and mission-critical healthcare products that benefit care providers and patients. For more information visit www.tekni-plex.com/healthcare.

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Doxis, The Document Intelligence Company, today announced it has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Intelligent Content Services 2026 Vendor Assessment

*IDC MarketScape notes Doxis' depth of platform, deployment speed, as well as architecture and interoperability as strengths.

*"For organizations looking to consolidate point solutions and address the full content life cycle - ECM, CCM, and IDP - within a single platform, Doxis is a good fit," the IDC MarketScape notes.

*IDC MarketScape evaluated 17 intelligent content services vendors on their capabilities and strategies.

BONN, Germany, Nov. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Doxis, The Document Intelligence Company, today announced it has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Intelligent Content Services 2026 Vendor Assessment*.

We believe the IDC MarketScape arrives at a pivotal time as enterprises are moving AI out of the pilot stage and embedding it into core content-intensive business processes. "Content earns the label 'intelligent' when it stops being merely stored and retrieved and becomes the context layer that AI and automation depend on to reason, retrieve, and act reliably," says Amy Machado, Research Director, Content and Knowledge Discovery Strategies, IDC.

As we see it, Doxis is recognized as a Leader because it provides that context layer for AI, empowering enterprise customers to securely manage and act on high volumes of documents from capture through archiving on one unified AI-first platform, instead of across separate systems.

"AI pilots can demonstrate what's possible, but running AI across billions of business documents in a secure, repeatable and trustworthy way is a different challenge," says Dr. John Bates, CEO of Doxis. He continues: "It demands a scalable architecture, reliable processes, deep business context and governance that works at every step. We've built Doxis to bring those capabilities together in one trusted Document Intelligence platform. We're proud to be recognized as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape as more enterprises seek to bolster productivity and efficiency through Document Intelligence."

Read the IDC MarketScape excerpt about Doxis here.

Platform depth, interoperability and fast time-to-value of Doxis

From our view, Doxis was named a Leader based on strengths in the following areas:

Depth of platform: Doxis is an AI-first platform that unites enterprise content management (ECM), process automation, intelligent document processing (IDP), and intelligent communications to deliver document intelligence across the entire document lifecycle.

Rapid time-to-value: Enterprise customers are typically able to deploy Doxis in weeks rather than months for a quick time-to-value.

Architecture and interoperability: Doxis offers deep integrations with leading systems, including SAP S/4HANA, SAP SuccessFactors, Salesforce, Microsoft 365, ServiceNow and Workday, and provides more than 150 third-party connectors.

IDC MarketScape recognition follows continued rapid growth period for Doxis

Doxis' recognition as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape follows a period of platform investment and rapid business growth. Over the past 12 months, Doxis acquired customer communication and experience management specialist Metaforce and launched Doxis AI.dp to enhance its intelligent document processing capabilities. Doxis also significantly expanded its portfolio of SAP certifications and solutions for document-centric SAP processes to help customers accelerate their Clean Core strategy - most recently to automate procurement and invoice processing across SAP ERP and SAP S/4HANA environments.

*IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Intelligent Content Services 2026 Vendor Assessment, Amy Machado, IDC #US54137426

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