Key Takeaways Moelis bankers say BP is too large and complex to attract a viable acquirer at this time. Shell is seen as a logical match for BP, but its stronger position makes a deal unattractive now. BP faces hurdles in its $20B divestment plan, with Castrol proving especially tough to sell.BP plc’s (BP) potential takeover appears highly unlikely at present, according to senior bankers at Moelis & Co., who cite the British oil major’s vast size and operational complexity as major barriers to acquisition ...

Core Viewpoint - EMX Royalty Corporation has announced the sale of its Nordic operational platform to First Nordic Metals Corporation, which is expected to streamline operations and reduce costs while maintaining royalty exposure in the region [1][2]. Strategic Rationale and Long-Term Benefits - The transaction aims to streamline EMX's global operations and reduce administrative costs while retaining upside royalty exposure from partner-funded exploration efforts [2]. - EMX has over 15 years of generative exploration experience in the Nordic countries and will retain a broad portfolio of royalties in the region [2]. - Future royalty interests will be granted to EMX on projects generated by FNM for five years, aligning with EMX's strategic objectives [2]. Commercial Terms - EMX will receive staged payments totaling 3.25 million SEK (approximately US$335,000) over two years, with payments made in equal parts of cash and shares of FNM [3]. - EMX will also receive a 1% net smelter return (NSR) royalty on any new projects generated in Sweden and Finland over the next five years [3]. Company Background - EMX is a precious and base metals royalty company, providing investors with discovery, development, and commodity price optionality while limiting exposure to operational risks [5]. - First Nordic Metals Corp. is a Canadian-based gold exploration company with assets in Sweden and Finland, including the Barsele gold project and the Oijärvi greenstone belt [6].

Core Viewpoint - Vermilion Energy Inc. has announced the divestment of its Saskatchewan and Manitoba assets for $415 million in cash, aiming to strengthen its balance sheet and improve financial position through debt repayment and deleveraging processes [1] Asset Overview: Production, Reserves and Liabilities - The divested assets produce approximately 10,500 barrels of oil equivalent per day (boe/d) and are expected to yield about $110 million of annual net operating income at current strip commodity prices [2] - The assets include Proved Developed Producing reserves of approximately 30 million boe and have undiscounted future abandonment liabilities worth $250 million [3] Revised 2025 Outlook - Following the asset sale, Vermilion expects its full-year average daily production to be in the range of 120,000-125,000 boe, with capital expenditures projected between $680 million and $710 million, reflecting a $50 million reduction due to the divestment [4] - The company plans to focus on increasing free cash flow rather than growing production in 2025 and 2026, amid extreme volatility in the energy market [4]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Sell" rating for Acciona Energia with a price target of €18 [1][18][37] Core Views - Consensus earnings estimates for Acciona Energia are considered overly optimistic, particularly regarding the impact of targeted disposals on future profits [1][18] - The company is expected to end 2025 with a smaller installed capacity than in 2024, leading to a year-on-year decline in underlying EBITDA for 2025 and 2026 [1][3][18] - The report forecasts net income for 2025-26 to be approximately 20%-40% below Bloomberg consensus estimates, indicating significant downside risk [4][26][27] Summary by Sections Installed Capacity and Growth - Acciona Energia plans to add 600 MW of capacity organically by 2025, but the announced disposal of 600 MW of domestic hydro assets implies no net growth in installed capacity [2][19] - Incremental divestments of €1.5-1.7 billion are expected, suggesting a minimum reduction of 1 GW in operational assets [2][19] EBITDA and Financial Performance - A decline in underlying EBITDA is anticipated for both 2025 and 2026 due to a shrinking installed base and lower power prices [3][22] - The report projects EBITDA for 2025 at €998 million and for 2026 at €961 million, contrasting with Bloomberg's consensus forecast of a 5%-10% increase in 2026 [3][24] Net Income Forecasts - The report estimates net income for 2025-26 to be around €135-145 million, significantly lower than the consensus estimate of €180-220 million [4][26][27] - This discrepancy suggests a potential for negative EPS revisions, which could further impact the share price [4][26] Valuation and Price Target - The price target of €18 is based on a sum-of-the-parts (SOTP) valuation, with 50% derived from the 2025E SOTP of €19.2/share and 50% from existing asset valuation [37][38] - The report indicates a 2.7% downside from the current price, compared to an average upside of 17% for peers [37][38]

TORONTO, May 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MediPharm Labs Corp. (TSX: LABS) ("MediPharm" or the "Company"), a pharmaceutical company specialized in precision-based cannabinoids, is pleased to announce the removal of all conditions precedent, related to its previously-announced agreement (the “Purchase Agreement”) for the sale of MediPharm’s facility in Hope, BC, (“Hope Facility”) to Rubicon Organics Inc. (TSXV: ROMJ) (OTCQX: ROMJF) for $4.5 million in cash (the “Transaction”). With these conditions now met, ...

Sign with logo at entrance to office of aerospace company Boeing. (Photo by Smith ... More Collection/Gado/Getty Images)Getty ImagesThe past several weeks have been a welcome change for Boeing, which has struggled for the past seven years with fatal crashes, a pandemic travel shutdown, quality and safety incidents halting production and a labor strike that pushed the company to the brink.However, after nine months on the job, CEO Kelly Ortberg’s recovery plan is showing strong progress.On April 22, Boeing a ...

Statkraft has signed an agreement to sell Enerfín Colombia, its renewables portfolio in Colombia, to the country’s national oil company Ecopetrol. Enerfín Colombia was established in 2016 and is based in Bogotá. The transaction includes staff, eight projects under development, and the 130 MW Portón del Sol solar plant. This plant entered into operation over a year ago and was the first utility-scale solar plant in Colombia. The sale is expected to be completed during the third quarter of 2025, subject to r ...

Core Insights - Statkraft has signed an agreement to sell its Colombian renewables portfolio, Enerfín Colombia, to Ecopetrol, the national oil company of Colombia [1] - The transaction includes staff, eight projects under development, and the 130 MW Portón del Sol solar plant, which was the first utility-scale solar plant in Colombia [1] - The sale is expected to be completed in the third quarter of 2025, pending regulatory approvals [2] Company Strategy - The divestment of Enerfín Colombia is part of Statkraft's strategy to streamline its operations outside core markets, confirming the company's ability to build a skilled team and an attractive portfolio in Colombia [3] - Statkraft's acquisition of the Colombian renewables portfolio in May 2024 significantly strengthened its position in Spain and Brazil, making it one of the top 10 wind power producers in those countries [4] - The acquisition added a portfolio of 1.5 GW of wind and solar power projects in operation and under construction, along with a pipeline of projects under development, aligning with Statkraft's strategy to grow in selected markets in the Nordics, Europe, and South America [4]

Fortuna Mining Corp. (FSM) announced that it has closed the sale of the interest in Roxgold Sanu and three other subsidiaries to Soleil Resources International Ltd. With this move, FSM will no longer have any stake in the Yaramoko Mine, which is operated by Roxgold Sanu.FSM’s Strategic Sale of Yaramoko MineIn April 2025, the company sold its non-core San Jose mine in Mexico. With the sale of Yaramoko, Fortuna Mining will cease to have any operations in Burkina Faso. Its operating portfolio will include the ...

Core Insights - FLSmidth's Q1 2025 results exceeded expectations, leading to an upgraded financial guidance due to strong commercial performance and effective backlog management [2][15] Financial Performance - Group revenue decreased by 2% year-over-year to DKK 4,729 million, with service revenue increasing by 11% while products revenue decreased by 26% [12][23] - Mining revenue increased by 4% compared to Q1 2024, with service revenue rising by 14% driven by consumables and effective backlog management [10][23] - Cement revenue decreased by 15% compared to Q1 2024, with products revenue down by 37% due to portfolio pruning and divestments [11][23] - Adjusted EBITA margin for the group improved to 13.9% from 9.2% in Q1 2024, reflecting operational efficiency [12][23] Order Intake - Group order intake decreased by 12% compared to Q1 2024, with service order intake down by 4% and products order intake down by 27% [9][23] - Mining order intake decreased by 10%, while cement order intake fell by 18% [5][8][23] Business Segments - Mining Service revenue grew by 14%, with an Adjusted EBITA margin of 15.1% [6][10] - Cement business continues to face challenges, with an Adjusted EBITA margin of 9.5% and ongoing negotiations for potential divestment [6][14] Strategic Initiatives - The company is in exclusive negotiations for the potential sale of its Cement business to Pacific Avenue Capital Partners [2][14] - Continued focus on sustainability targets and operational efficiency is evident, with a commitment to reducing emissions by 2030 [24]