, /PRNewswire/ -- Ramaco Resources, Inc. (NASDAQ: METC, METCB) ("Ramaco" or the "Company") Ramaco is proud to announce Martin van Wyk has agreed to join Ramaco as Senior Vice President of Critical Minerals Processing, and to relocate from Australia to the United States. With more than 23 years of global experience in mineral processing, hydrometallurgy, and rare earth elements (REEs) flowsheet development, he will help lead the Company's critical minerals processing development of the Brook Mine Project (Wy ...

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Market Overview - U.S. stock futures are mixed as investors react to the ongoing government shutdown, while technology shares rally, providing support [1][2] - Nasdaq 100 futures are leading with gains of approximately 0.36% to 0.5%, driven by positive sentiment in the semiconductor sector [2] - S&P 500 futures are up around 0.17% to 0.2%, indicating a modest risk appetite, while Dow Jones futures are slightly down by 0.02% to 0.1% [2] Major Market Indexes - The S&P 500 closed at a record high of 6,711.20, up approximately 0.3%, while the Nasdaq Composite gained 0.4% to reach 22,755.16 [3] - The Dow Jones Industrial Average also set a record high at 46,441.10, increasing by 0.1% [3] - Goldman Sachs raised its S&P 500 projection to 6,800, citing strong performance from major U.S. companies [3] Upcoming Market Events - The government shutdown is causing delays in key economic data releases, including the jobs report and weekly jobless claims [4] - A Challenger Job Cuts report indicated a 37% drop in September job cuts from August, which may influence rate-cut expectations [4] - The third-quarter earnings season is set to begin in mid-October, with analysts forecasting a 7.9% year-over-year earnings growth for S&P 500 companies [5] Major Stock News and Corporate Developments - The semiconductor sector is experiencing a rally, with shares of Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) up about 3%, Broadcom (AVGO) up 2%, and Nvidia (NVDA) gaining approximately 1.5% [6] - Tesla (TSLA) shares are up nearly 2% ahead of its third-quarter delivery figures [7] - Stellantis (STLA) reported a 6% rise in U.S. sales, leading to a stock increase of up to 7% in overseas trading [8] Corporate Earnings News - Conagra Brands (CAG) shares jumped 5.4% after reporting first-quarter fiscal 2026 adjusted earnings that exceeded estimates [9] - Nike (NKE) saw a significant rise of 6.4% after its first-quarter fiscal 2026 revenues beat expectations [9] - Corteva, Inc. (CTVA) shares fell 9.1% after announcing plans to split its seed and crop-protection businesses [9] Broader Market Trends - Gold futures are rising, hovering near a record at $3,910 an ounce, reflecting its status as a safe-haven asset [11] - Bitcoin advanced 1% to approximately $118,800, reaching its highest level since mid-August [11] - The 10-year Treasury yield slipped slightly, trading between 4.09% and 4.11% [11]

LUOYANG, China, Sept. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In the global fine chemicals sector, technological innovation remains a core driving force for industry progress. Recently, renowned chemical brand TRUNNANO announced the successful development of a new generation of zinc stearate powder and emulsion products. This breakthrough marks significant progress in the company's materials science and application processes, providing superior solutions for multiple downstream industries. Zinc stearate, a widely used ...

Group 1 - The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed an agreement with Compañía Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles (CAF) to provide an €80 million ($93.6 million) loan for a research, development, and innovation (RD&I) program focused on mobility technologies [1] - The loan will enable CAF to invest in digitalization, autonomous mobility solutions, and enhanced energy efficiency for its trains and buses, with investments taking place in Spain and Poland [1][2] - The project aims to accelerate changes in the mobility sector related to economic growth and emissions reduction, while also enhancing competitiveness in the EU's industrial sector and addressing the demand for skilled workers in urban and interurban transport [2] Group 2 - The financing is part of the EIB Group's 2024-2027 Strategic Roadmap, which emphasizes technological innovation, cohesion, and environmental sustainability [2] - The initiative is aligned with the EIB Group's TechEU initiative, which aims to mobilize €250 billion in investments by 2027 for startups, scale-ups, and innovative companies across Europe [3] - In May, CAF secured two maintenance contracts worth nearly €400 million ($453.3 million) in the UK and Colombia, indicating its growing presence in the market [3]

Core Viewpoint - PetroChina Company Limited reported strong operational performance in the first half of 2025, with significant growth in oil and gas output, advancements in refining and chemical operations, and rapid development in new energy and materials, leading to revenue and profit exceeding expectations [1] Group 1: Financial Performance - The company recorded revenue of RMB 1.5 trillion in the first half of the year, with a net profit attributable to owners reaching RMB 84.01 billion [1] - An interim dividend of RMB 0.22 per share was declared, totaling a dividend payout of RMB 40.26 billion, maintaining a high level compared to historical periods [1] Group 2: Oil and Gas Output - Oil and gas output grew by 2.0% year-on-year to 924 million BOE, with crude oil output increasing by 0.3% to 476 million barrels and marketable natural gas output rising by 3.8% to 2.68 trillion cubic feet [2] - The company achieved record highs in oil and gas output for the same period in history [2] Group 3: Refining and Chemical Operations - The company processed 690 million barrels of crude oil, with refined product output reaching 59.572 million tons and chemical commodity products at 19.971 million tons, up by 4.9% year-on-year [3] - New materials output surged by 54.9% year-on-year to 1.665 million tons, marking the third consecutive year of over 50% growth [3] Group 4: Marketing and Sales - Domestic refined products sales grew by 0.3%, with a 1.5 percentage point increase in market share, totaling 77.831 million tons sold [4] - Automotive LNG sales increased by 58.9% year-on-year, and battery charging and swapping volumes surged by 213% year-on-year [4] Group 5: Natural Gas Marketing - The company sold 151.50 billion cubic meters of natural gas, a 2.9% year-on-year increase, with domestic sales reaching 119.77 billion cubic meters, up by 4.2% [5] - The natural gas marketing business generated an operating profit of RMB 18.63 billion [5] Group 6: Technological Innovation - The company emphasized innovation as a primary development strategy, enhancing core competitiveness and accelerating the transformation of traditional industries [6] - The "Digital-Intelligent Transformation" initiative was implemented to integrate digital technology with the energy industry, improving efficiency across the value chain [6] Group 7: Future Outlook - The company plans to monitor market changes closely, strengthen market analysis, and promote high-quality development across all business segments in the second half of the year [7] - The goal is to achieve annual production and operation targets and deliver outstanding results to shareholders [7]

Core Insights - RBC Bearings reported Q1 FY2026 results showing revenue and earnings growth compared to Q1 FY2025, but both GAAP revenue and non-GAAP EPS missed Wall Street forecasts [1][5][12] - The company highlighted solid demand in core markets, particularly aerospace and defense, despite some capacity bottlenecks [1][4][6] Financial Performance - Non-GAAP EPS for Q1 FY2026 was $2.84, slightly below the $2.88 estimate, while GAAP revenue was $436.0 million, missing the $480.6 million consensus [1][2] - Year-over-year revenue increased by 7.3% from $406.3 million in Q1 FY2025 [2][5] - Free cash flow rose to $104.3 million, an 18.0% increase from $88.4 million in Q1 FY2025 [1][8] Segment Performance - The Aerospace/Defense segment saw GAAP sales increase by 10.4% year-over-year to $164.6 million, driven by a rebound in commercial aerospace builds and strong defense orders [6] - The Industrial segment, contributing 62.3% of total revenue, grew by 5.5%, with growth concentrated in mining, aggregates, and logistics [6] Strategic Focus - RBC Bearings is focusing on market diversification across industrial and aerospace sectors, emphasizing technological innovation and disciplined capacity management [4][3] - The company is managing production resources to match strong demand and mitigate supply constraints, particularly in aerospace and defense [4][5] Management Outlook - Management anticipates Q2 FY2026 net sales between $445 million and $455 million, indicating growth of 11.8% to 14.4% over the prior year's Q2 [12] - The company aims for a gross margin of 44.0% to 44.25% in Q2 FY2026, with SG&A expenses projected at 17.0% to 17.25% of net sales [12]

Core Insights - Kadant reported strong Q2 FY2025 earnings, with adjusted EPS of $2.31 exceeding estimates by 19.1% and GAAP revenue of $255.3 million surpassing forecasts by $9.26 million, despite year-over-year declines in both metrics [1][5][12] - The company experienced a shift in product mix, with parts and consumables now accounting for 71% of total revenue, up from 63% a year earlier, indicating a focus on higher-margin recurring revenue [6][10] Financial Performance - Adjusted EPS (non-GAAP) was $2.31, down 17.8% from $2.81 in Q2 2024, while GAAP EPS was $2.22, down 16.5% from $2.66 [2] - Revenue for Q2 FY2025 was $255.3 million, a 7.1% decrease from $274.8 million in Q2 2024 [2] - Gross margin improved to 45.9%, up 1.5 percentage points from 44.4% a year ago, driven by higher-margin aftermarket parts sales [2][5] - Free cash flow increased by 58% year-over-year to $36.5 million, aided by lower capital expenditures [2][8] Segment Dynamics - Flow Control segment revenue grew by 4.0% year-over-year, with a gross margin of 53.8% [11] - Industrial Processing segment saw a 16% revenue decline year-over-year due to delayed capital spending by customers [6][11] - Material Handling segment revenue fell 6.4% year-over-year [6] Market Trends and Challenges - The company faces headwinds from tariff-related material costs, which increased input expenses by $5 million to $6 million, impacting customer decision-making and capital orders [9] - Management indicated that achieving full-year FY2025 targets will require a ramp-up in capital equipment orders, with potential delays in revenue realization due to ongoing trade policy volatility [12][13] Strategic Focus - Kadant is prioritizing technological innovation, acquisitions, and sustainability to enhance efficiency and productivity while reducing environmental impact [4][10] - The company continues to execute its acquisition strategy, which has shifted the sales mix further toward high-margin recurring revenue [10]

Core Insights - JCDecaux has been awarded the exclusive advertising concession for Brussels Airport, effective January 1, 2026, following a competitive tender [1][2] - The partnership with Brussels Airport, which has served 23.6 million passengers in 2024, will focus on enhancing passenger experience and advertiser visibility through high-quality products and technological innovation [2][3] Group 1: Contract Details - JCDecaux will install, manage, and market advertising displays inside, outside, and around Brussels Airport, continuing a partnership that has lasted 18 years [2][3] - The contract emphasizes sustainability and safety, with objectives for green energy, recyclable materials, and waste management [4] Group 2: Strategic Positioning - JCDecaux is the leading outdoor advertising company globally and operates in 39 countries, with a strong presence in Belgium, including street furniture concessions in major cities [5][7] - The new digital screens at Brussels Airport will be integrated into JCDecaux Belgium's programmatic offer, complementing the existing 1,400 digital furniture units across the country [5] Group 3: Company Performance - In 2024, JCDecaux reported a revenue of €3,935.3 million and has a daily audience of 850 million people across more than 80 countries [7] - The company is recognized for its sustainability efforts, having joined the Euronext Paris CAC® SBT 1.5° index and achieving high ratings in various sustainability assessments [9]

Group 1 - The 2025 Heilongjiang Business Conference was held in Mudanjiang, attracting over 400 participants, focusing on themes of openness, innovation, synergy, and integration for high-quality development [1][2] - The conference included various activities such as investment project signing ceremonies, industry development conferences, and roundtable discussions aimed at enhancing communication between government and enterprises [3] - Mudanjiang is recognized as a hub city with significant tourism resources and aims to create a pro-business environment to encourage investment and business development [4] Group 2 - Leng Youbin, a key speaker at the conference, emphasized the importance of the Loong General Chamber of Commerce in facilitating cooperation among Heilongjiang entrepreneurs and promoting resource matching [2] - The conference serves as a platform for Heilongjiang entrepreneurs to understand local changes and opportunities, fostering a collaborative approach to economic growth [2][3] - The city plans to leverage the outcomes of the conference to enhance its business environment, ensuring that enterprises can operate with confidence [4]