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Equinor Posts Robust Q4 Earnings of USD 8.68 Billion Amid Strategic Growth Moves

(IN BRIEF) Equinor, a leading energy provider, reported strong financial results for the fourth quarter of 2023, recording adjusted earnings of USD 8.68 billion and USD 1.88 billion after tax. The quarter saw significant operational achievements, including a 2.1% production … Read the full press release

Equinor Announces Employee Incentive Plan with Share Repurchase Program

(IN BRIEF) Equinor ASA has initiated a share repurchase program for its employee incentive plans, scheduled from February 15, 2024, to January 15, 2025. Authorized at the annual general meeting in May 2023, the program allows for the acquisition of … Read the full press release

ING Achieves Share Buyback Milestone, Repurchasing 195 Million Shares in €2.5 Billion Buyback Program

ING Repurchases Nearly 1.7 Million Shares, Demonstrating Progress in Buyback Initiative

(IN BRIEF) ING has successfully completed its share buyback program, repurchasing a total of nearly 195 million ordinary shares at an average price of €12.87, totaling €2.5 billion. The program exceeded its announced value by 100.33% due to performance arrangements … Read the full press release

KfW Charts Path for 2024: Balancing Domestic Investment and Global Impact

(IN BRIEF) KfW, the state-owned promotional bank, unveils its strategic priorities for 2024, emphasizing a focus on domestic development and global cooperation. Key initiatives include expanding support for construction and housing in Germany, increasing assistance to SMEs, and continuing to … Read the full press release

EIB Successfully Prices $4 Billion 10-Year Bond, Demonstrating Strong Investor Confidence

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has successfully priced its second USD benchmark of the year, issuing a new USD 4 billion 10-year Global Benchmark due February 13, 2034. The bond pays a semiannual coupon of 4.125% and has … Read the full press release

Vestas Reports Strong Performance in 2023, Eyes Robust Growth for 2024

(IN BRIEF) For the year 2023, Vestas achieved revenue of EUR 15,382m (outlook: EUR 14.5-15.5bn), with an EBIT margin before special items of 1.5 percent (outlook: 0-2 percent), and total investments1 of EUR 823m (outlook: approx. EUR 0.8bn). The value of the … Read the full press release

Outokumpu Oyj repurchased 153,564 own shares as Part of EUR 50 Million Buyback Program

(IN BRIEF) Outokumpu has completed its share repurchase program, acquiring a total of 153,564 shares across various trading venues. The program, initiated on November 29, 2023, was approved by the Board of Directors for a maximum of EUR 50 million … Read the full press release

ING Repurchases 10,876,229 Million Shares in Ongoing €2.5 Billion Buyback Program

ING Repurchases Nearly 1.7 Million Shares, Demonstrating Progress in Buyback Initiative

(IN BRIEF) ING has provided an update on its €2.5 billion share buyback program initiated in November 2023. During the week of January 29, 2024, to February 2, 2024, ING repurchased 10,876,229 shares at an average price of €12.45, totaling … Read the full press release

Outokumpu Oyj repurchased 426,341 own shares as Part of EUR 50 Million Buyback Program

(IN BRIEF) Outokumpu, a leading stainless steel producer, has successfully completed its share repurchase program, acquiring a total of 426,341 shares across multiple trading venues at an average price of EUR 3.98 per share, totaling EUR 1,697,261.85. The buyback program, … Read the full press release

Eni CEO and Indonesian President Discuss Energy Transition and Gas Potential in High-Level Meeting

(IN BRIEF) The President of Indonesia, Joko Widodo, met with Claudio Descalzi, the CEO of Eni, in Jakarta to discuss Eni’s ongoing projects and future initiatives in Indonesia. Descalzi highlighted Eni’s significant milestones in 2023, including the discovery of 5 … Read the full press release

EIB Group Commits €359 Million to Support Slovenian Projects in 2023, Bolstering Infrastructure and Energy Sectors

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank Group (EIB Group) has reported a successful year in 2023, allocating €359 million in new commitments to projects in Slovenia. These investments are aimed at boosting economic growth and preserving jobs in Slovenia and … Read the full press release

University of Warwick Sanctuary Scholars Named Among The Big Issue’s 100 Changemakers

(IN BRIEF) Sam Pordale and Angel Nakhle, sanctuary scholars at the University of Warwick, have been recognized in The Big Issue’s 100 Changemakers list for their advocacy work, including the ‘lift the ban’ campaign advocating for asylum seekers’ right to … Read the full press release

Report Reveals Crisis in Autism Assessment for Children, Urging a ‘Needs-Led’ Approach

(IN BRIEF) A report by the Child of the North initiative, led by the N8 Research Partnership and former Children’s Commissioner Anne Longfield’s Centre for Young Lives think tank, has unveiled a crisis in autism assessments for children, with many … Read the full press release

SIXT Announces Platinum Partnership with FC Bayern Basketball for Exciting Sports Engagement

(IN BRIEF) SIXT, the premium mobility provider, is strengthening its brand presence in professional sports by partnering with FC Bayern Basketball, effective from February 2024 until summer 2026. This platinum partnership will grant SIXT access to an extensive marketing package, … Read the full press release

AF Gruppen Nominated as Contractor for New Rikshospitalet Temporary Facilities in Oslo

(IN BRIEF) AF Gruppen has received a nomination from the South-Eastern Norway Regional Health Authority to serve as the contractor for the construction of temporary office and accommodation facilities at the New Rikshospitalet (Oslo University Hospital) located in Gaustad, Oslo. … Read the full press release

Gasum to Invest €62 Million in Borlänge Biogas Plant to Boost Renewable Energy Production

(IN BRIEF) Gasum, a Nordic energy company, is set to invest over €62 million in the construction of a biogas plant in Borlänge, Sweden. This initiative is part of Gasum’s larger plan to build five large-scale biogas plants in Sweden, … Read the full press release

Researchers Develop Improved Perovskite Quantum Dots for Brighter Light Emission and Quantum Technologies

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at Empa and ETH Zurich have developed innovative methods to enhance the efficiency and brightness of perovskite quantum dots, which can emit light of specific colors and single photons, critical for quantum technologies and displays. They created … Read the full press release

Leverhulme Trust Announces 2023 Doctoral Scholarship Winners, Expanding Opportunities for Diverse Students

(IN BRIEF) The Leverhulme Trust has unveiled the recipients of the 2023 Leverhulme Doctoral Scholarships, marking an increased commitment to the program. These scholarships enable universities to support up to 18 Leverhulme Doctoral Scholars in interdisciplinary research areas. This year, … Read the full press release

ASSA ABLOY Sells PACA Elevator Maintenance Business in France to KONE

(IN BRIEF) ASSA ABLOY has completed the sale of its elevator maintenance business, PACA ascenseur (“PACA”), located in Southern France, to KONE. The sale is part of ASSA ABLOY’s strategic focus on its core business portfolio. PACA, with approximately 210 … Read the full press release

NIDUS-Family Therapy Shows Promise in Helping People with Dementia Achieve Personal Goals

(IN BRIEF) A recent study led by Queen Mary University of London, in collaboration with the University of Exeter, highlights the efficacy of a new therapy called NIDUS-Family in assisting individuals with dementia and their family carers in achieving their … Read the full press release