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Aegon reports second half year 2025 results
Globenewswire· 2026-02-19 06:00
Core Insights - Aegon's 2025 results reflect the effectiveness of its strategy, achieving or surpassing all financial targets set during the 2023 Capital Markets Day [3] - The company generated EUR 1.3 billion in operating capital, exceeding its EUR 1.2 billion target, and reported EUR 829 million in free cash flow, aligning with its target of approximately EUR 800 million for 2025 [4][6] Financial Performance - Aegon reported a full-year IFRS operating result of EUR 1.7 billion, marking a 15% increase compared to 2024 [4] - The net result for 2025 was EUR 980 million, a 45% increase from 2024, while the net result for the second half of 2025 was EUR 375 million, down from EUR 741 million in the second half of 2024 [7] - The operating result for the second half of 2025 was EUR 858 million, an 11% increase from the second half of 2024, driven by growth across all business units [7] Capital Management - Aegon returned EUR 1.1 billion to shareholders through dividends and share buybacks in 2025 [6] - A proposed final dividend of 21 eurocents per share for 2025 represents an 11% increase compared to the final dividend of 2024, meeting the target of EUR 0.40 for the full year [6][7] Business Unit Performance - Transamerica's distribution network expanded to over 95,000 licensed agents, achieving a record 30% increase in individual new life sales in 2025 compared to 2024 [5] - The asset management business generated EUR 1.0 billion in net third-party inflows in 2025, while the UK Workplace Platform saw GBP 2.4 billion in net inflows [5] Strategic Focus - Aegon is focused on executing plans outlined at the 2025 Capital Markets Day, including relocating its head office and legal seat to the US [7]
Apple drops ESG links from top executives’ pay packages
The Economic Times· 2026-02-18 18:43
Inc. quietly dropped a so-called “ESG modifier” from its 2025 pay packages for Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook and other top executives, according to a corporate filing last month. The provision, in place since 2021, had allowed Apple’s board to adjust annual bonuses up or down by as much as 10% depending on the company’s performance on a variety of measures, including greenhouse-gas reductions and renewable energy use among suppliers.Apple’s move follows similar decisions at dozens of companies, includin ...
Interim statement at 31/12/2025
Globenewswire· 2026-02-18 16:49
Growth of the property portfolio Retail Park Horizon Provence (France) €22,8 million EURINVESTMENT AMOUNT Results for the 1st quarter for the financial year 2025/2026 €1.39EPRA EARNINGS PER SHARE€68.56INTRINSIC VALUE PER SHARE (EPRA NTA)StabilityOF THE FAIR VALUE OF THE PORTFOLIO96.6%EPRA OCCUPANCY RATE41.4%EPRA DEBT RATIO (EPRA LTV) ESG implementation: 90 new charging stations installed in France Attachment Interim statement at 31.12.2025 ...
Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. Q4 2025 Earnings Call Summary
Yahoo Finance· 2026-02-18 13:30
Sustainability leadership continues to serve as a competitive advantage, reducing regulatory risk and energy costs while attracting tenants with high ESG standards.The Empire State Building Observatory delivered resilient performance through increased revenue per capita and domestic demand, offsetting a decline in international tourist visitation.Leveraged a proactive balance sheet to execute all-cash acquisitions, such as 130 Mercer in SoHo, providing certainty of close in a volatile capital market environ ...
Year-end Report 2025
Globenewswire· 2026-02-18 06:30
Core Viewpoint - Orrön Energy is navigating a challenging market environment characterized by price volatility and increased operational costs, while making progress in project sales and securing grid connections for future growth [7][8][12]. Financial Performance - For the year 2025, Orrön Energy reported a revenue from power generation of MEUR 24.9, a decrease from MEUR 25.7 in 2024, while project sales contributed MEUR 4.0 [4]. - The company recorded a proportionate EBITDA of MEUR -4.5 for the year, impacted by lower power generation volumes and higher balancing costs [12]. - Proportionate net debt stood at MEUR 89, with a liquidity headroom available through a MEUR 170 revolving credit facility [6]. Operational Highlights - Proportionate power generation amounted to 800 GWh for the year, with total generation including ancillary services reaching 839 GWh [5][9]. - The company secured grid connections for six large-scale solar and data center projects in the UK, with a combined capacity of 2.9 GW [5][11]. - Agreements were made to sell three German solar projects totaling 234 MW for up to MEUR 14, contributing to a total of MEUR 18 in project sales agreements for the year [5][10]. Market Conditions - The market conditions in the Nordics remained challenging, with an average realized price of EUR 36 per MWh in 2025, reflecting significant price volatility [8]. - The company implemented operational strategies to manage price volatility, including voluntary curtailments, which improved financial performance despite impacting production volumes [8][9]. Future Outlook - The company anticipates proportionate power generation in 2026 to be between 800 and 950 GWh, considering uncertainties such as weather variability [9]. - There is optimism regarding higher electricity prices and a strong futures price for 2026, alongside expectations of significant returns from the greenfield business [13].
Bonterra Awarded UL ECOLOGO Certification for Responsible Mineral Exploration and Announces Grants Security-Based Compensation
TMX Newsfile· 2026-02-17 22:00
Core Viewpoint - Bonterra Resources Inc. has received UL 2723 ECOLOGO® Certification for its exemplary environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices in mineral exploration, highlighting its commitment to sustainable development [1][2]. Company Developments - The company granted 545,000 restricted share units (RSUs) to its officers, which are subject to a one-year vesting period [2]. - Additionally, Bonterra granted stock options to acquire 1,660,000 common shares, with an exercise price of $0.18 per share, vesting immediately and valid for five years [3]. Exploration Assets - Bonterra is a Canadian gold exploration company with advanced exploration assets, including the Gladiator, Barry, Moroy, and Bachelor gold deposits. These collectively hold 7.4 million tonnes at 5.21g/t Au for 1.24 million ounces in the Measured and Indicated categories, and 9.2 million tonnes at 6.05g/t Au for 1.78 million ounces in the Inferred category [4]. Joint Venture Agreement - In November 2023, Bonterra entered into a joint venture agreement with Osisko Mining for the Urban-Barry properties, which include the Gladiator and Barry deposits. Following the acquisition of Osisko Mining by Gold Fields Ltd. for C$2.16 billion in October 2024, Gold Fields became the counterparty to the JV Agreement. Gold Fields can earn a 70% interest in the joint venture by incurring C$30 million in work expenditures by November 2026 [5].
SCHMID Group N.V.(SHMD) - Prospectus
2026-02-17 21:02
Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 17, 2026 Registration No. 333- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM F-1 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 SCHMID Group N.V. (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) The Netherlands 3823 N/A (Primary Standard Industrial Classification Code Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) Robert ...
Here are Updates on Alcon’s (ALC) Compensation and Sustainability Matters
Yahoo Finance· 2026-02-17 14:55
Core Insights - The fourth quarter of 2025 saw a strong divergence in market performance, with AI beneficiaries and cyclical sectors leading, while quality growth strategies faced challenges [1] - The SGA Emerging Markets Growth Strategy portfolio returned 0.8% (Gross) and 0.6% (Net) in Q4 2025, underperforming against the MSCI EM Net TR Index return of 4.7% and the MSCI EM Growth Net TR Index return of 3.3% [1] - For the full year 2025, the portfolio achieved returns of 23.8% (Gross) and 22.8% (Net), lagging behind the indexes which returned 33.6% and 34.3% respectively [1] - The portfolio anticipates annual revenue growth of 13% and earnings growth of 16% over the next three years [1] Company Insights - Alcon Inc. (NYSE:ALC) is highlighted as a key stock in the SGA Emerging Markets Growth Strategy, focusing on eye care products [2] - Alcon Inc. experienced a one-month return of 0.25% and a 12.05% decline in share value over the past 52 weeks, with a closing stock price of $79.20 and a market capitalization of $39.052 billion as of February 13, 2026 [2] - The SGA Emerging Markets Growth Strategy engaged with Alcon's leadership team in December 2025 to discuss ESG matters, specifically compensation and sustainability [3]
Yum China Holdings (YUMC) Has Made Significant Progress Recently in ESG Disclosure Requirements
Yahoo Finance· 2026-02-17 14:53
Core Insights - The fourth quarter of 2025 saw a strong divergence in market performance, with AI beneficiaries and cyclical sectors leading, while quality growth strategies faced challenges [1] - The SGA Emerging Markets Growth Strategy portfolio returned 0.8% (Gross) and 0.6% (Net) in Q4 2025, underperforming compared to the MSCI EM Net TR Index return of 4.7% and the MSCI EM Growth Net TR Index return of 3.3% [1] - For the full year 2025, the portfolio achieved returns of 23.8% (Gross) and 22.8% (Net), lagging behind the indexes which returned 33.6% and 34.3% respectively [1] - The portfolio anticipates annual revenue growth of 13% and earnings growth of 16% over the next three years [1] Company Focus: Yum China Holdings, Inc. - Yum China Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:YUMC) is highlighted as a key stock in the SGA Emerging Markets Growth Strategy, with a market capitalization of $19.578 billion [2] - As of February 13, 2026, Yum China Holdings, Inc. shares closed at $55.42, with a one-month return of 16.55% and a twelve-month increase of 12.73% [2] - In November 2025, the company engaged with Yum's ESG team, including the Chief Sustainability Officer and legal department, indicating a focus on sustainability initiatives [3]
WESCO International (NYSE:WCC) Earnings Call Presentation
2026-02-17 12:00
Wesco International Q1 2026 Investor Presentation Forward-Looking Statements and Non-GAAP Measures All statements made herein that are not historical facts should be considered as "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results to differ materially. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding business strategy, grow ...