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Partnership Announcement: U.S. Global Investors, Inc. has partnered with Keystone School in San Antonio, committing $50,000 over multiple years to support the school's Model United Nations program, which aims to combat global democratic backsliding.

Funding and Goals: The initial $10,000 donation will enhance access to Model UN for underrepresented students, providing resources, guest speakers, and opportunities for participation in competitions, thereby preparing future leaders in international relations.

Impact on Students: Keystone's Model UN program has received numerous awards and engages over one-third of its Upper School students, emphasizing the importance of global awareness and civic engagement in education.

Long-term Commitment: This partnership is seen as a long-term investment in developing young individuals who can navigate global challenges and promote democratic values in an interconnected world.

Impact of Government Shutdown: The U.S. federal government shutdown has led to significant flight delays, with over 8,400 flights affected due to air traffic controllers calling in sick, while essential personnel work without pay.

Airline Stock Resilience: Despite the shutdown, airline stocks have shown resilience, with the NYSE Arca Airline Index rising by 0.99% and major airlines like United, Delta, and American Airlines reporting gains in their stock prices and optimistic revenue forecasts.

Historical Context: Historically, airline stocks have performed well during government shutdowns, as seen in the previous shutdown from December 2018 to January 2019, where the airline index rose nearly 15%.

Future Risks and Opportunities: Analysts warn of increasing risks to aviation operations if the shutdown continues, but also suggest that the situation presents investment opportunities in airline stocks, emphasizing the importance of strategic stock selection.

Hormel Foods Dividend Announcement: Hormel Foods declared a quarterly dividend of $0.29 per share, payable on November 17, 2025, to stockholders of record by October 14, 2025.

U.S. Global Investors Dividend Approval: U.S. Global Investors approved a monthly dividend of $0.0075 per share starting in October 2025, with record dates on October 14, November 10, and December 15, and payment dates on October 27, November 24, and December 29.

Glacier Bancorp Dividend Declaration: Glacier Bancorp announced a quarterly dividend of $0.33 per share, marking its 162nd consecutive dividend declaration, payable on October 16, 2025, to owners of record by October 7, 2025.

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