And that reason is different (but related) for these two auto-making giants.Automakers operate in a capital-intensive industry with fierce competition. While Ford Motor Company (F -1.53%) and General Motors (GM -3.50%) have had their stocks beaten down over uncertainty about the potential effects of threatened and imposed tariffs both here and abroad, they are also spending billions to develop electric vehicles and are struggling in overseas markets like China.Despite the multiple headwinds, there are still ...

On April 30, 2025, the Management Board of AB Šiaulių bankas (the Bank), implementing the decision of the Bank's ordinary general meeting of shareholders of March 31, 2025, decided to approve the Bank's share (ISIN code LT0000102253) buyback program, the sole purpose of which is to reduce the Bank's capital. The shares will be purchased by the Bank by placing orders on the Nasdaq Vilnius regulated market under the following conditions and schedule:·         the maximum purchase price per share shall not exc ...

Nasdaq CopenhagenEuronext DublinLondon Stock Exchange Other stakeholders Date 30 April 2025 New share buyback programme The bank's board of directors has, in connection with the presentation of the first quarter financial statements for 2025, assessed the overall capitalization of the bank. Based on this assessment, the board of directors today decided to launch a new share buyback programme amounting to DKK 1,000 million. The new share buyback programme will launch when the current share buyback programm ...

Core Insights - ArcelorMittal reported a net income of $805 million for Q1 2025, a significant recovery from a net loss of $390 million in Q4 2024, driven by higher operating income and foreign exchange gains [22][20][21] - The company achieved an EBITDA of $1.58 billion in Q1 2025, reflecting a decline of 4.5% from $1.65 billion in Q4 2024, primarily due to seasonal factors and negative price-cost effects in Europe [21][11] - The company’s sales remained stable at $14.8 billion in Q1 2025 compared to $14.7 billion in Q4 2024, with operating income increasing by 55.9% to $825 million [20][52] Financial Performance - The company generated $4.6 billion in net cash from operating activities over the past 12 months, with $2.7 billion allocated to maintenance and normative capex, resulting in an investable cash flow of $1.9 billion [2] - Free cash outflow for Q1 2025 was $1.4 billion, leading to an increase in net debt to $6.7 billion, while liquidity stood at $10.8 billion [2][24] - The company’s EBITDA per tonne was $116 in Q1 2025, which is favorable compared to the low points of previous cycles [2][11] Operational Highlights - Record production and shipments from Liberia's iron ore operations contributed to strong performance in the Mining segment, with total iron ore production of 11.8 million tonnes in Q1 2025 [7][44] - The company’s North American operations returned to normalized levels, with crude steel production of 2.26 million tonnes in Q1 2025 [25][26] - The company is on track with strategic growth projects, expecting an incremental EBITDA potential of $1.8 billion by 2027 [3][11] Strategic Focus - ArcelorMittal's optimized asset portfolio and repositioned balance sheet enhance its ability to navigate macroeconomic uncertainties while pursuing strategic growth [3] - The company is investing in decarbonization initiatives, with a capex envelope of $4.5-$5.0 billion planned for 2025, including $0.3-$0.4 billion for decarbonization projects [19][49] - The company has initiated a new long-term share buyback program, with the first tranche of 10 million shares commencing on April 7, 2025 [10][49] Market Outlook - The macroeconomic outlook remains uncertain, particularly regarding global trade disruptions, but the company has not altered its investment plans or capital return priorities [48][49] - The European Commission's Steel and Metals Action Plan is expected to support the company’s competitiveness against imports, while U.S. tariffs are aiding price stability [12][48] - Demand for low-carbon emission steel is anticipated to grow, supported by enhanced safeguards and anti-dumping measures [4][19]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported adjusted EBITDA of $30 million for Q1 2025, at the high end of guidance, driven by strong operational performance and increased production and sales volumes, primarily due to the Augusta acquisition [6][24] - Net sales increased by 46% to $378 million compared to Q1 2024, largely attributed to the Augusta acquisition [6][24] - The company incurred a consolidated net loss of approximately $6 million from continuing operations, equating to $0.36 per diluted share [23] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Augusta mill integration has been successful, with targeted volume and cost synergies expected by the end of 2026 [7] - Fixed cost structure was reduced by eliminating over 200 positions, representing around 10% of total roles, aiming for $30 to $40 million in savings for 2025 [7][18] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Industry shipments increased by 2% in Q1 2025 compared to Q1 2024, with demand projected to grow by 3% to 5% in 2025 [8][9] - Industry utilization rates improved to 88% in Q1 2025 from 84% in Q1 2024, but remain below the cross-cycle average of 90% to 95% [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to strengthen its position as a premier independent supplier of paperboard packaging products, investing in product development across three categories: compostable food service products, lightweight folding carton products, and alternative poly-free barrier technologies [13][14][15] - The company is exploring expansion into additional paperboard substrates, which make up approximately 50% of the paperboard market outside of SBS [16] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management remains optimistic about medium to long-term industry prospects, expecting strong margins and cash flows through the cycle [34] - The company anticipates continued demand recovery, with internal utilization projected at around 85% and revenue expectations of approximately $1.5 to $1.6 billion for 2025 [29] Other Important Information - The company repurchased approximately $11 million of its shares in Q1 2025, totaling about $15 million since the new $100 million share buyback authorization [7][26] - The company is targeting a reduction in SG&A as a percentage of sales to 6% to 7% by year-end 2025 [25] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the sense of what's happening with FPB imports recently? - Management noted that imports were up in 2024, with forecasts for a 5% decrease in imports and a 1% increase in exports for 2025 [38][39] Question: Can you clarify the geographic split of the $20 million to $25 million purchases from outside the US and Canada? - Approximately $80 million of imports are from Canada, with the remaining $20 million from other parts of the world, including potential exposure to China [40][41] Question: What are the criteria for evaluating M&A opportunities for expanding product offerings? - The company seeks strategic fit, quality assets, and a belief in the ability to win in the market when considering M&A [46][47] Question: What kind of costs are associated with the paper machine upgrades for lightweight folding carton products? - Upgrades will be on existing machines, with capital fitting within the previously stated capital range, focusing on mix shift rather than incremental revenue growth [48] Question: What is the expected impact of cost savings in Q2? - Management expects to see roughly double the amount of savings in Q2 compared to Q1, with incremental benefits ramping through the year [51]

Almere, The NetherlandsApril 29, 2025, 6:00 p.m. CET ASM International N.V. (Euronext Amsterdam: ASM) today announces that it will start a share buyback program of ASM’s common shares of €150 million. This program follows on ASM's announcement on February 25, 2025, that the Management Board authorized a share buyback program for up to €150 million. The program commences on April 30, 2025, and is to end as soon as the aggregate purchase price of the common shares acquired by ASM has reached €150 million, bu ...

Core Insights - Domino's Pizza is facing challenges in 2025 but shows potential for growth through its "Hungry for MORE" strategy, with reaffirmed guidance indicating strength in the latter half of the year [3][9]. Financial Performance - Q1 net revenue reached $1.11 billion, reflecting a 2.5% increase driven by a 2.3% rise in global retail sales [10]. - U.S. comparable store sales decreased by 0.5%, but this was offset by a 3.7% increase in international sales on a foreign exchange neutral basis [10]. - System-wide comparable sales increased by 4.7% on an FX-neutral basis, indicating market share growth [11]. - GAAP earnings rose nearly 21% to $4.33, supported by a reduced share count [13]. Strategic Initiatives - The launch of the Parmesan Stuffed Crust Pizza is noted as the most successful in the company's history, expected to significantly boost delivery orders through a new partnership with DoorDash [4]. - Share buybacks totaled $50 million in Q1, reducing the share count by 1.6% year-over-year, with a remaining authorization of $764 million [14]. Analyst Sentiment - Analysts have mixed reactions, with a consensus price target of just over $515, reflecting a 3% increase from prior estimates [5]. - The high-end price forecast has been raised to $560/$565, suggesting potential for a new multi-year high [6]. - Institutional ownership stands at approximately 95%, providing a bullish outlook as institutions continue to buy shares [8]. Market Outlook - Despite headwinds such as foreign exchange conversion and a reduced store count, the company is expected to leverage its strengths in international markets [10]. - The macroeconomic outlook remains uncertain, which may influence short-seller behavior [9].

Disclosure of trading in own shares occurred from April 22 to April 25, 2025 Saint-Cloud, April 29, 2025 In accordance with the regulations on share buybacks, in particular Regulation (EU) 2016/1052, Elis hereby declares the purchases of its own shares made from April 22, 2025 to April 25, 2025 under the buyback program authorized by the 19th resolution of the General Shareholders' Meeting of May 23, 2024 and announced on March 6, 2025: Aggregated presentation: Issuer nameIssuer code(LEI) Transaction dateIS ...

Core Points - Aalberts has repurchased 105,706 of its own shares from April 22 to April 25, 2025, for a total amount of EUR 2,828,071.84, averaging EUR 26.75 per share [1] - This repurchase is part of a larger share buyback program announced on February 27, 2025, with a total budget of EUR 75 million, set to be completed by October 24, 2025 [2] - As of April 25, 2025, a total of 1,644,209 shares have been repurchased under this program, amounting to EUR 49,225,751 [2] Share Buyback Program Details - The share buyback is being conducted by an intermediary in the open market, independent of Aalberts, and will adhere to the authority granted by the Annual General Meeting on May 23, 2024 [3] - The program complies with the Market Abuse Regulation 596/2014 and the safe harbour parameters set by the Commission Delegated Regulation 2016/1052 [3] Additional Information - Weekly progress of the share buyback can be tracked on the company's dedicated website [4] - This press release fulfills the disclosure obligations as per Regulation (EU) 596/2014 and the Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/1052 [5]

Regulated Information Issy-les-Moulineaux, April 28, 2025 DISCLOSURE OF TRANSACTIONS IN OWN SHARES CARRIED OUT FROM APRIL 22 TO APRIL 24, 2025 Sodexo purchased treasury shares, outside of its liquidity contract, within the framework of its share buyback program as authorized by the Shareholders’ Meeting held on December 17, 2024. These shares have been acquired to honor obligations related to free shares award plans. Information on these transactions are the following: Trading dateLEIISINVolume(in number o ...