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Wall Street Journal
8 hours ago
- Business
- Wall Street Journal
Global Markets Mixed; U.S. Markets Resume After Holiday
Global markets were mixed Friday after the U.S. holiday, with contract expiries adding some complexity to moves in oil. U.S. stock futures pointed to a slightly weaker open when trading resumes, even after President Trump's delay to a decision on U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict improved risk sentiment a touch elsewhere. Oil pared recent gains, the dollar edged lower and Treasurys were pretty much flat early in Europe.
Bloomberg
11 hours ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
APAC Economic Update: Global Macro, Tariffs & Strategic Tools
As global markets continue to navigate uncertainty driven by shifting tariffs, geopolitical tensions, and diverging central bank paths, understanding the macroeconomic landscape has never been more critical. That's why, throughout July, Bloomberg is hosting a range of events focused on clarifying the global and regional macro landscape—and we're thrilled to invite you to the flagship webinar. Join our top economic minds and product experts as they break down the key themes shaping the outlook across the U.S., China, and Japan—from trade policy and election cycles to monetary divergence and regional spillovers—all grounded in Bloomberg's data-rich economic research. This session will be conducted in English with AI subtitle support in various languages, including Simplified Chinese and Japanese. Reserve your place now. Speakers Chang Shu Chief Asia Economist Bloomberg Chang Shu is Bloomberg's Chief Asia Economist, based in Hong Kong. She leads a team to research into China, Japan, Australia and other major economies in the Asia-Pacific. She previously worked as a senior economist at the Bank for International Settlements and Hong Kong Monetary Authority. In those capacities, she researched widely into the global and Chinese economies. She was also closely involved into policy work including renminbi internationalisation. Prior to these, she also worked at the Bank of England. She is also a director at the Chinese Financial Association of Hong Kong. She edited Currency Internationalisation: Global Experiences and Implications for the Renminbi' and 'Cross-border Financial Linkages in Asia and the Pacific: Implications for Systemic Risks'. She has written extensively on the Chinese economy, renminbi internationalization and financial spillovers from China. She holds a PhD degree in Finance from the Birmingham University, UK. Hyosung kwon Economist, Korea Bloomberg Hyosung is the Korea Economist for Bloomberg Economics. He is responsible for macroeconomic forecasting and researching various economic sectors including monetary and fiscal policy, foreign exchange, property markets, and geo-economic developments. With a 20-year tenure at the Bank of Korea as s senior economist, he formerly headed the Monetary Policy Analysis team. He played a key role in formulating monetary policy strategies, economic forecasts, and building macroeconomic models at the Bank. He holds a PhD in economics from Boston University.
Bloomberg
11 hours ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
Trump Sets Two Week Deadline for Iran Strikes
"Bloomberg: The Asia Trade" brings you everything you need to know to get ahead as the trading day begins in Asia. Bloomberg TV is live from Tokyo and Sydney with Shery Ahn and Haidi Stroud-Watts, getting insight and analysis from newsmakers and industry leaders on the biggest stories shaping global markets. (Source: Bloomberg)
Yahoo
16 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Volatus Announces $4,000,000 Non-Brokered LIFE Financing
Not for distribution to United States newswire services or for dissemination in the United States. Use of proceeds includes expansion into global markets and expansion of drone system inventory in response to changing regulatory and geopolitical environment, and investment into Arctic and remote operations infrastructure. Policy signals from Canadian Federal Government (June 9, 2025, announcement on defense spending, NATO targets and domestic drone capabilities) and Canada's Financial Commitment to Ukraine (June 17, 2025, $4.3 billion commitment, including logistics and defense-adjacent technologies) present various growth opportunities for the Company. TORONTO, June 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Volatus Aerospace Inc. (TSXV:FLT) (OTCQX:TAKOF) (Frankfurt: ABB) ('Volatus' or the 'Company') is pleased to announce that it has filed an offering document in connection with a non-brokered private placement of up to 20,000,000 units of the Company (the 'Units') at a price of $0.20 per Unit (the 'Issue Price') for gross proceeds of up to $4,000,000.00 (the 'LIFE Financing'). Each Unit will be comprised of one common voting share in the capital of the Company ('Common Share') and one-half of one Common Share purchase warrant of the Company (each whole warrant, a 'Warrant'). Each Warrant will entitle the holder thereof to purchase one Common Share (each, a 'Warrant Share') at an exercise price of $0.30 per Warrant Share for a period of 36 months following the date of issuance. The Company intends to use the net proceeds of the LIFE Financing for expansion into global markets, investment into Artic and remote operations infrastructure, inventory, and general corporate and working capital purposes. The LIFE Financing is expected to close on or around June 26, 2025 or such other dates as the Company may decide (the 'Closing Date'). The LIFE Financing is subject to customary conditions including, but not limited to, receipt of all necessary TSX Venture Exchange ('TSXV'), regulatory and other approvals. The LIFE Financing may be closed in multiple tranches. The Company may choose to pay eligible finders a cash fee of up to 6% of the gross proceeds of the LIFE Financing. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy securities in the United States, nor shall there be any sale of the securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful. The securities being offered have not been, nor will they be, registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the '1933 Act') or under any U.S. state securities laws, and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements of the 1933 Act, as amended, and applicable state securities laws. Subject to compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and in accordance with National Instrument 45-106 – Prospectus Exemptions ('NI 45-106'), the Units will be offered for sale to purchasers pursuant to the listed issuer financing exemption under Part 5A of NI 45-106 (the 'Listed Issuer Financing Exemption'). Since the LIFE Financing is being completed pursuant to the Listed Issuer Financing Exemption, the securities issued to Canadian resident subscribers in the LIFE Financing will not be subject to a hold period pursuant to applicable Canadian securities laws. There is an offering document related to the LIFE Financing that can be accessed under the Company's profile at and on the Company's website at Prospective investors should read this offering document before making an investment decision. About Volatus Aerospace Inc. Volatus is a leader in innovative global aerial solutions for intelligence and cargo. With over 100 years of combined institutional knowledge in aviation, Volatus provides comprehensive solutions using both piloted and remotely piloted aircraft systems for a wide array of industries, including oil and gas, energy utilities, healthcare, public safety, and infrastructure. The Company is committed to enhancing operational efficiency, safety, and sustainability through cutting-edge aerial technologies. For more information, visit Forward-Looking Statements Certain information set forth in this news release may contain forward-looking statements that involve substantial known and unknown risks and uncertainties. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements regarding closing and the expected closing date of the LIFE Financing; TSXV approval of the LIFE Financing; use of proceeds from the LIFE Financing; and the business, strategy, products, corporate vision, plans and objectives of or involving the Company. Such forward-looking information reflects management's current beliefs and is based on information currently available to management. Often, but not always, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as "plans", "expects", "is expected", "budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "forecasts", "predicts", "intends", "targets", "aims", "anticipates" or "believes" or variations (including negative variations) of such words and phrases or may be identified by statements to the effect that certain actions "may", "could", "should", "would", "might" or "will" be taken, occur or be achieved. A number of known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors may cause the actual results or performance to materially differ from any future results or performance expressed or implied by the forward-looking information. These forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, certain of which are beyond the control of the Company including, but not limited to, the impact of general economic conditions, industry conditions and dependence upon regulatory approvals, including but not limited to approval of the TSXV. Certain material assumptions regarding such forward-looking statements may be discussed in this news release and the Company's annual and quarterly management's discussion and analysis filed at Readers are cautioned that the assumptions used in the preparation of such information, although considered reasonable at the time of preparation, may prove to be imprecise and, as such, undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements. The Company does not assume any obligation to update or revise its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable law. For further information, please contact: Abhinav Singhvi, CFO of 833-865-2887 Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
3 Undervalued Small Caps In Global With Recent Insider Buying
In recent weeks, global markets have been navigating a complex landscape marked by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and fluctuating trade policies, leading to declines in smaller-cap indexes like the S&P MidCap 400 and Russell 2000. Despite these challenges, positive economic indicators such as improved small business optimism and consumer sentiment suggest potential opportunities within the small-cap sector. In this environment, identifying stocks with strong fundamentals and insider confidence can be particularly appealing for investors looking to capitalize on market volatility. Name PE PS Discount to Fair Value Value Rating Nexus Industrial REIT 6.5x 2.9x 20.15% ★★★★★☆ AKVA group 17.1x 0.8x 49.95% ★★★★★☆ Tristel 28.0x 3.9x 13.01% ★★★★☆☆ Information Services 21.8x 2.4x 48.75% ★★★★☆☆ Sing Investments & Finance 7.4x 3.8x 38.06% ★★★★☆☆ Close Brothers Group NA 0.6x 37.90% ★★★★☆☆ Italmobiliare 11.4x 1.5x -206.30% ★★★☆☆☆ Fuller Smith & Turner 11.8x 0.9x -30.65% ★★★☆☆☆ Morguard North American Residential Real Estate Investment Trust 5.7x 1.8x 9.99% ★★★☆☆☆ AInnovation Technology Group NA 2.3x 47.59% ★★★☆☆☆ Click here to see the full list of 174 stocks from our Undervalued Global Small Caps With Insider Buying screener. Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener. Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆ Overview: Hoist Finance is a financial services company specializing in the acquisition and management of non-performing loan portfolios, with a market capitalization of approximately SEK 2.19 billion. Operations: Hoist Finance generates revenue primarily from its unsecured and secured segments, with a notable emphasis on unsecured assets. The company has experienced fluctuations in its net income margin, which reached 20.63% as of March 2025, indicating variability in profitability over time. Operating expenses are a significant component of costs, with general and administrative expenses being a considerable portion. PE: 9.4x Hoist Finance, a smaller company in the financial sector, recently saw insider confidence with Lars Wollung purchasing 518,270 shares for SEK 36.98 million between July and December 2024. Despite high debt levels and reliance on external borrowing, they reported Q1 2025 net income of SEK 203 million. The company completed a share repurchase program worth SEK 99.93 million last year and approved a dividend of SEK 2 per share in May 2025, indicating potential growth prospects amidst challenges. Delve into the full analysis valuation report here for a deeper understanding of Hoist Finance. Assess Hoist Finance's past performance with our detailed historical performance reports. Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆ Overview: Stendörren Fastigheter is a Swedish real estate company focused on the acquisition, development, and management of industrial and commercial properties, with a market capitalization of approximately SEK 4.33 billion. Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from its real estate segment, with a recent figure of SEK 927 million. Over time, the gross profit margin has shown variability, reaching as high as 79.83%. Operating expenses are a significant part of the cost structure, recently recorded at SEK 89 million. Non-operating expenses have also impacted net income margins significantly in various periods. PE: 19.0x Stendörren Fastigheter, a company with a focus on real estate, recently showcased insider confidence through share purchases in the past quarter. Despite interest payments not being well covered by earnings and reliance on external borrowing for funding, the firm has forecasted earnings growth of 20.05% annually. Recent strategic moves include issuing SEK 500 million in senior unsecured green notes and completing a SEK 300 million follow-on equity offering. These actions highlight their proactive approach to managing debt while expanding operations through acquisitions and new leases, positioning them for potential future growth within the sector. Take a closer look at Stendörren Fastigheter's potential here in our valuation report. Examine Stendörren Fastigheter's past performance report to understand how it has performed in the past. Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆ Overview: Information Services is a company that provides registry operations, services, and technology solutions with a market cap of CA$0.38 billion. Operations: The company's revenue streams are primarily from Registry Operations, Services, and Technology Solutions. Over recent periods, the gross profit margin has shown a general trend around 74% to 76%, reflecting the company's ability to manage costs relative to its revenue. Operating expenses include significant allocations for General & Administrative expenses and D&A, impacting net income margins which have varied between approximately 8% and 19%. PE: 21.8x Information Services, a smaller company in its sector, is navigating a dynamic landscape with recent strategic moves. The company announced a share repurchase program to buy back up to 929,007 Class A shares by June 2026. This move reflects insider confidence in the company's prospects. Despite high debt levels and reliance on external borrowing, ISC's revenue is projected to grow at 9.4% annually. Recent earnings showed improvement with net income rising to CAD 7.49 million for Q1 2025 from CAD 0.423 million last year, indicating potential growth opportunities ahead despite financial risks associated with its funding structure. Navigate through the intricacies of Information Services with our comprehensive valuation report here. Gain insights into Information Services' past trends and performance with our Past report. Explore the 174 names from our Undervalued Global Small Caps With Insider Buying screener here. Have you diversified into these companies? Leverage the power of Simply Wall St's portfolio to keep a close eye on market movements affecting your investments. Simply Wall St is a revolutionary app designed for long-term stock investors, it's free and covers every market in the world. Explore high-performing small cap companies that haven't yet garnered significant analyst attention. Fuel your portfolio with companies showing strong growth potential, backed by optimistic outlooks both from analysts and management. Find companies with promising cash flow potential yet trading below their fair value. This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Companies discussed in this article include OM:HOFI OM:STEF B and TSX:ISC. 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