Tag Archives: Financial

Enea Repurchases Own Shares in SEK 25 Million Buyback Program

(IN BRIEF) Enea AB (publ), a telecom and cybersecurity software specialist, has repurchased 24,477 of its own shares within the framework of an authorized share buyback program. The purpose of the program is to adjust the company’s capital structure over … Read the full press release

BioNTech Q2 2023 update: Advances Oncology Pipeline and Prepares for Omicron-Adapted COVID-19 Vaccine Launch

(IN BRIEF) BioNTech reported its second-quarter 2023 financial results and corporate update, highlighting significant pipeline advancements in oncology with the initiation of BNT316/ONC-392 Phase 3 pivotal trial and positive data updates across multiple technology platforms. The company also prepares for … Read the full press release

EnBW Surpasses Expectations in H1 2023 with €3.5 Billion EBITDA; Boosts Investments in Clean Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) EnBW, a major energy company, has reported its operating results for the first half of 2023, surpassing expectations. The company expects its Group adjusted EBITDA to be €3.5 billion for the period, primarily driven by growth in thermal … Read the full press release

QRT Declares Initial Public Offering for Real Estate Income Trust, Offering Up to $5 Billion in Common Stock

(IN BRIEF) EQT Exeter Real Estate Income Trust, Inc. (EQRT) has announced the effectiveness of its Registration Statement on Form S-11 for its initial public offering of common stock. The company plans to offer up to $5 billion in shares … Read the full press release

ZF Reports Strong H1 2023 Results and Confirms Full-Year Outlook Amid Global Market Challenges

(IN BRIEF) During the first half of 2023, ZF reported sales of €23.3 billion, a 10 percent increase from the previous year. The company’s adjusted EBIT reached €941 million, maintaining an EBIT margin of 4.0 percent. Despite challenges from inflation … Read the full press release

ING Repurchases €20.96 Million Worth of Shares as Part of €1.5 Billion Buyback Program

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

(IN BRIEF) ING has announced that it repurchased 1,588,973 shares during the week of 24 July 2023, as part of its €1.5 billion share buyback program launched on 11 May 2023. The shares were repurchased at an average price of … Read the full press release

HSBC and Tradeshift Form Joint Venture to Develop Embedded Finance Solutions and Fintech Apps

(IN BRIEF) HSBC and B2B fintech Tradeshift have announced a partnership to establish a jointly-owned business focused on developing embedded finance solutions and financial services apps. HSBC will invest $35 million in Tradeshift and join its board. The joint venture … Read the full press release

GBL Boosts Shareholder Returns with EUR 130 Million Buyback Program

(IN BRIEF) Groupe Bruxelles Lambert (GBL) announces an enhanced shareholder return plan through an accelerated share buyback program. Having executed 26% of its initial EUR 500 million share buyback, GBL will reinstate the program with an additional EUR 130 million, … Read the full press release

Anglo American Reports Interim Results with 41% Decrease in EBITDA Amid Challenging Market Conditions

(IN BRIEF) Anglo American reported its interim financial results for the first half of 2023, showing a 41% decrease in underlying EBITDA, largely due to weaker product prices. Despite macro headwinds, the company is on track to achieve its full-year … Read the full press release

VERBUND Reports Strong Financial Results in Q1-Q2 2023, Continues Renewable Energy Expansion

(IN BRIEF) VERBUND, an energy company, reported strong financial results for the first half of 2023, with a significant increase in EBITDA and Group result compared to the previous year. The improvement was attributed to falling wholesale gas and electricity … Read the full press release

BNP Paribas Receives Approval for 2.5 Billion Euro Share Buyback Program, Second Tranche to Begin in August

(IN BRIEF) BNP Paribas has received approval from the European Central Bank for the second tranche of its 2023 share buyback program, totaling 2.5 billion euros. The first tranche of the program, also worth 2.5 billion euros, was launched in … Read the full press release

MAN Truck & Bus Reports Robust Growth in Unit Sales and Revenue, Achieves Return Targets in H1 2023

(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus, a commercial vehicles manufacturer, reported strong performance in the first half of the year. Unit sales increased by 61% to 56,173 new vehicles, with sales revenue reaching €7.0 billion, a 41% year-on-year increase. The … Read the full press release

RWE Raises Earnings Outlook for 2023 on Strong First-Half Performance in International Power Generation

(IN BRIEF) RWE, a German energy company, has raised its earnings forecast for fiscal year 2023 based on strong operational performance in the first half of the year. The increase in earnings is primarily attributed to international power generation in … Read the full press release

Moldova’s Improved Road Infrastructure: EBRD-Financed Ciumai-Vulcanesti Road Section Opens

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has financed the rehabilitation of the 55-km Ciumai-Vulcanesti road section in Moldova. The road is an essential part of the strategic M3 Chișinău-Giurgiulești road, connecting Trans-European Network corridors and providing … Read the full press release

Electrolux Group Reports Decline in Sales and Initiates Asset Divestment in Q2 2023

(IN BRIEF) Electrolux Group’s second-quarter report reveals a decline in net sales due to weak market demand and consumer shifts to lower price points, resulting in significantly lower volumes. Operating income was impacted by a non-recurring provision related to a … Read the full press release

SEB Completes Share Buyback Program and Initiates New Program for Class A Shares

(IN BRIEF) SEB has successfully completed its latest share buyback program, repurchasing SEK 1.25 billion worth of Class A shares. Following this, the Board of Directors has decided to initiate a new buyback program of the same value. The new … Read the full press release

Aegon Announces Coupon Rate Determination for USD Perpetual Capital Securities

(IN BRIEF) Aegon has disclosed that a coupon rate of 3.93894% has been established for the USD Perpetual Capital Securities. Due to the discontinuation of USD LIBOR, the calculation agent was unable to determine the necessary swap rates. As a … Read the full press release

GRAHAM Achieves £1 Billion Turnover Milestone, Demonstrating Strong Growth and Commitment to Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) GRAHAM, a leading national contractor and developer, has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing £1 billion in turnover. The company’s recently published accounts show a 15.3% increase in revenue compared to the previous year, reaching £1.094 billion. GRAHAM’s … Read the full press release

EnBW’s Q1 2023 adjusted EBITDA expected to be €2.8 billion, driven by sustainable generation infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) EnBW, a German energy company, has reported a significant increase in its first-quarter operating result, with a Group adjusted EBITDA of €2.8 billion, compared to €1.2 billion generated in the same period last year. The earnings growth was … Read the full press release

AAK Group reports strong start to 2023 with increased operating profit and cash flow

(IN BRIEF) Swedish food ingredients company AAK Group has reported a 43% rise in Q1 operating profit compared to the same period last year, driven by solid performance in its food ingredients and chocolate and confectionery fats business areas. Despite … Read the full press release