Aktsiaselts Infortar Unaudited Consolidated Interim Report for fourth quarter and 12 months of 2025
Globenewswire· 2026-02-25 07:00
Core Insights - Infortar reported a significant increase in sales revenue and EBITDA for the year 2025, with sales revenue rising by over one third to EUR 1.837 billion and EBITDA increasing by 60% to EUR 233 million [1][11][12]. Financial Performance - The Group's total assets reached EUR 2.588 billion, with equity amounting to EUR 1.178 billion and net profit of EUR 72 million [1][15]. - Loan liabilities decreased by one sixth to EUR 1.060 billion, while net debt declined by one fifth to EUR 841 million [1][16]. - The consolidated net profit for 2025 was EUR 71.969 million, down from EUR 193.670 million in 2024, but underlying profitability improved when excluding one-off gains from the previous year [15][23]. Business Segments - The maritime transport segment faced challenges, with Tallink carrying 1.3 million passengers, a decrease of 0.3% year-over-year [6]. - The energy segment, represented by Elenger Grupp, sold 4.8 TWh of energy in Q4 2025, with a market share of 21% [7]. - The real estate segment continued construction projects, including a EUR 67.2 million contract for Rail Baltica and a commercial space for Depo [8]. Investment Strategy - Infortar's investments in agriculture, including the acquisition of Estonian dairy farms, are seen as a strategic move to balance the portfolio and support long-term growth [5]. - The company aims to diversify its risk and generate stable cash flows through active portfolio management across different sectors [4]. Dividends - The Management Board intends to propose a dividend of EUR 3.02 per share for the 2025 financial year, which includes a base dividend and additional dividends from Tallink [17].
Wolters Kluwer 2025 Full-Year Report
Globenewswire· 2026-02-25 07:00
Wolters Kluwer 2025 Full-Year Report Alphen aan den Rijn, February 25, 2026 – Wolters Kluwer, a global leader in professional information solutions, software and services, today releases its full-year 2025 results. Highlights Revenues €6,125 million, up 7% in constant currencies and up 6% organically. Recurring revenues (83% of total revenues) up 7% organically; non-recurring down 1%.Cloud software revenues (21% of total revenues) up 15% organically.Print reduced organic growth by 50 basis points. Adjusted ...
VINCI launches an issue of bonds exchangeable for existing ordinary shares of Groupe ADP due 2031 for a nominal amount of €500m
Globenewswire· 2026-02-25 07:00
Nanterre, 25 February 2026 VINCI launches an issue of bonds exchangeable for existing ordinary shares of Groupe ADP due 2031 for a nominal amount of €500m VINCI (the “Issuer”), owning 8.0% of Groupe ADP’s share capital, announces its intention to issue a bond exchangeable for Groupe ADP shares (the “Shares”). VINCI has decided to issue a €500 million bond exchangeable into Shares (the “Bonds” and together with the Shares, the “Securities”) as a competitive funding source, allowing to potentially monetize a ...
Ignitis Group has agreed to sell 49% of its shares in Vilnius CHP
Globenewswire· 2026-02-25 07:00
AB “Ignitis grupė“ (hereinafter – the Group) informs that on 24 February 2026, as part of its asset rotation program and in order to ensure proper implementation of the decision of the European Commission (hereinafter – the EC), it has agreed with Quaero European Infrastructure Fund III, a fund managed by Quaero Capital SA (hereinafter – Quaero Capital), on the sale of a 49% stake in UAB Vilniaus kogeneracinė jėgainė (hereinafter – Vilnius CHP) managed by the Group. This is one of the largest foreign direct ...
Novonesis' Annual Report 2025
Globenewswire· 2026-02-25 06:57
Core Insights - Novonesis achieved strong organic sales growth of 7% in 2025, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 37.1% and robust cash flow despite currency challenges [1][4] - The company anticipates a positive start to 2026, projecting continued growth across all sales areas and margin expansion [1][4] Financial Performance - Organic sales growth was broad-based, with Food & Health segment growing at 8% and Planetary Health at 6% [4] - Emerging Markets saw a 9% organic growth, while Developed Markets grew by 6% [4] - Adjusted net profit increased by 17%, and free cash flow before acquisitions was EUR 770.4 million, representing 19% of sales [4] - Proposed dividend of DKK 4.25 per share, with a payout ratio of 58.4% of adjusted net profit for 2025 [4] Strategic Developments - The company launched 33 new products in 2025, with innovations from the last five years accounting for 25% of sales [4] - Novonesis achieved all six environmental and social targets for 2025 and is on track for future commitments [4] 2026 Outlook - The company expects organic sales growth between 5-7% for 2026, with some uncertainty regarding consumer sentiment [4] - The outlook includes approximately 1%-point contribution from positive pricing and sales synergies, alongside a near 1%-point negative impact from exiting certain countries [4] - Adjusted EBITDA margin is projected to be between 37-38%, with expected margin expansion despite currency headwinds [4]
Outlook for 2026 and new share buyback
Globenewswire· 2026-02-25 06:53
Group 1: Outlook for 2026 - AL Sydbank projects moderate growth in the Danish economy for 2026, with profit after tax expected to be in the range of DKK 3,500-4,000 million, assuming the Danish central bank maintains the certificate of deposit rate [1] Group 2: Share Buyback Program - The Board of Directors has approved a share buyback program amounting to DKK 1,100 million, aimed at reducing the Bank's share capital [2] - The share buyback program will commence on March 2, 2026, and is scheduled to be completed by January 31, 2027 [3] - Danske Bank A/S has been selected to manage the share buyback program, which will adhere to the Safe Harbour rules as per EU regulations [4] Group 3: Purchase Guidelines - Shares will not be purchased at a price exceeding the higher of the last independent trade price or the highest current independent purchase bid on the trading venue [5] - Daily purchases will be limited to 25% of the average daily volume of shares traded in the preceding 20 trading days [5] - AL Sydbank will disclose the number and value of repurchased shares every week on the first banking day [5] Group 4: Program Flexibility - AL Sydbank reserves the right to suspend or terminate the share buyback program at any time, with such decisions to be announced publicly [6]
Notice convening the Annual General Meeting
Globenewswire· 2026-02-25 06:51
Group 1 - The Annual General Meeting of AL Sydbank A/S is scheduled for Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM [1] - The notice and agenda for the general meeting have been attached to the announcement [1]
Ageas reports full-year 2025 results
Globenewswire· 2026-02-25 06:30
Core Insights - Ageas reported strong financial results for the full year 2025, highlighting a transformational year for the company [1][2] - The company achieved a 9% increase in inflows, with a notable 33% rise in net operating results, reaching EUR 1.65 billion [1][2] - Ageas proposed a gross cash dividend of EUR 3.75, reflecting its commitment to shareholders [1][2] Financial Performance - Total inflows reached EUR 19.6 billion, marking a 9% increase compared to 2024 [1] - The net operating result was EUR 1.65 billion, up 33% from the previous year [1] - Free cash flow amounted to EUR 774 million, representing a 19% increase year-over-year [1] - The proposed gross cash dividend for 2025 is EUR 3.75, a 7% increase from 2024 [1] Strategic Developments - The acquisition of esure positioned Ageas as the 3rd largest personal lines insurer in the UK, while full ownership of Belgium's leading insurer AG was secured [2] - The Elevate27 strategy gained momentum, allowing the company to raise financial targets twice during the year [2] - Key strategic initiatives included a focus on ageing, SMEs, and enhanced use of Data & AI [2] Sustainability and ESG Performance - Ageas made significant progress in sustainability, earning positive recognition from employees and customers [2] - The company ranks in the top quartile with three of the five ESG rating agencies it engages with [2] - The portfolio of sustainable products continued to grow, reflecting the trust of customers and employees [2]
BUREAU VERITAS - Sector-leading organic revenue growth of 6.5% in FY 2025, strong margin improvement to 16.3% in FY 2025, positive growth outlook with continued margin expansion in 2026 and new EUR 200 million share buyback
Globenewswire· 2026-02-25 06:30
Core Insights - Bureau Veritas achieved sector-leading organic revenue growth of 6.5% in FY 2025, with a strong margin improvement to 16.3% [1][4][10] - The company has a positive growth outlook for 2026, expecting continued margin expansion and a new EUR 200 million share buyback program [1][4][8] Financial Performance - Full-year revenue reached EUR 6,466.4 million, up 6.5% organically, with Q4 organic growth at 6.3% [4][9][40] - Adjusted operating profit increased to EUR 1,052.9 million, a 5.7% rise from EUR 996.2 million in FY 2024, with an adjusted operating margin of 16.3% [4][9][37] - Adjusted net profit was EUR 631.4 million, up 1.7% from EUR 620.7 million in FY 2024, with adjusted EPS at EUR 1.42, reflecting a 2.8% increase [4][9][47] - Free cash flow totaled EUR 824.2 million, a 3.9% organic increase, with cash conversion at 107% [4][9][50] Strategic Developments - The company executed nine bolt-on acquisitions in 2025, contributing EUR 96 million in annualized revenue, while also divesting two non-core activities [4][20][21] - The LEAP I 28 strategy is progressing, with a focus on enhancing operational leverage and functional scalability [4][5][20] - A new organizational structure was implemented to accelerate strategy execution and improve alignment across geographic platforms [4][26][28] Market Trends and Growth Drivers - Strong organic growth was driven by increased energy investments, digital infrastructure development, and demand for corporate risk assessment solutions [4][10][20] - The Americas region saw organic revenue growth of 4.0%, Europe at 4.1%, Asia-Pacific at 8.2%, and the Middle East & Africa at 16.6% [4][40] Shareholder Returns - Bureau Veritas achieved double-digit shareholder returns, supported by a 9% EPS growth at constant currency and a proposed dividend of EUR 0.92 per share, up 2.2% year-on-year [4][13][14] - The new EUR 200 million share buyback program represents approximately 1.5% of outstanding share capital [4][8][13]
Yuhang Economic Development Zone: "Qihang Road" Connects to a New Industrial Future
Globenewswire· 2026-02-25 06:19
Core Insights - The Hangzhou Municipal Government has approved new station names for Metro Line 10 and the Hangzhou-Deqing Intercity Railway, enhancing regional connectivity and industrial development [1] - Yuhang Economic Development Zone is positioned as a key industrial platform in Hangzhou, focusing on smart manufacturing and attracting various industries [3][5] Group 1: Transportation and Infrastructure - Two stations in Yuhang Economic Development Zone have been renamed to reflect their significance in regional transportation: Renhe South Station is now "Dongshanyang Station," and Renhe North Station is "Qihang Road Station" [1] - Qihang Road Station serves as the northern terminus of Metro Line 10's extension and a critical transfer hub for the Hangzhou-Deqing Intercity Railway, enhancing connectivity between Hangzhou and surrounding areas [1] Group 2: Economic Development Zone Overview - Yuhang Economic Development Zone is strategically located in the Yangtze River Delta, providing exceptional geographical advantages and access to major transportation routes [3] - The zone emphasizes smart manufacturing, focusing on new equipment, new materials, and new energy, forming a "One Smart, Three New" industrial system [5] Group 3: Innovation and Research - The zone has partnered with Zhejiang University to establish the Advanced Electrical Equipment Innovation Center, which focuses on research in new energy vehicle systems and intelligent robotics [6] - Over 570,000 square meters of incubation space are available, supporting the growth of enterprises at all stages [6] Group 4: Supportive Policies - Yuhang Economic Development Zone offers substantial support policies for attracting global resources, including equipment subsidies and R&D grants for eligible projects [7] - Specific incentives are provided for integrated circuit and robotics enterprises, promoting industry growth [7] Group 5: Comprehensive Development - The zone is advancing its development philosophy of enhancing the environment, technology, and smart manufacturing to support industrial upgrading [8] - Educational, medical, and residential amenities are being developed to support talent and enterprises, including schools and commercial complexes [8] Group 6: Future Outlook - Yuhang Economic Development Zone aims to enhance its smart manufacturing capabilities and achieve national-level economic and technological development status through continuous improvements in its ecosystem and business environment [9]