Financial Performance - Core sales increased by 11% year-over-year in Q3 2025[5,6] - Adjusted EBITDA increased by 16% year-over-year in Q3 2025, reaching $122 million[5,6] - Adjusted EBITDA margin was 26.8% in Q3 2025, an increase of 120 bps year-over-year[5,6] - Free cash flow was $94 million in Q3 2025[5] - Year-to-date net sales reached $1,289 million, an 8% increase compared to the same period in 2024[7] - Year-to-date Adjusted EBITDA reached $338 million, a 13% increase compared to the same period in 2024[7] Strategic Developments - Quarterly dividend increased by 22%[5] - The company completed the U.S pension plan termination[5] - Authorized share buyback increased to $500 million[5] - Share repurchases in Q3 2025 amounted to $25 million, representing approximately 600k shares[5] Sustainability Impact - 86% of revenue comes from products with sustainable attributes[10] - Products saved 24.7 million gallons of water[10] - Products delivered 1.8 billion gallons of safer, cleaner filtered water[10] - Products prevented 14.6 billion single-use plastic water bottles[10]

Core Insights - NEXE Innovations Inc. has received a repeat purchase order for approximately 250,000 BPI-certified compostable coffee pods, indicating a growing demand for its products [1][2] - The company is expanding its reach by onboarding new partners and strengthening its role as a supplier of compostable coffee pods [2][3] Group 1: Purchase Orders and Demand - The recent order for ~250,000 compostable coffee pods includes 9 different SKUs, following an earlier delivery of 80,000 pods [1][2] - NEXE's OCS partner distributes these pods for a recognized coffee brand and works with over ten major brands across North America [2] Group 2: Operational Progress and Partnerships - The President of NEXE Innovations highlighted that the orders reflect operational progress and increasing customer confidence in their products [3] - The company has onboarded a new West Coast-based roaster, marking a strategic win to broaden its North American footprint with an initial order of 100,000 compostable pods [3] Group 3: Product and Sustainability Focus - NEXE Innovations specializes in providing innovative compostable material solutions and packaging to help businesses achieve sustainability goals [4] - The flagship product, the NEXE Pod, is a BPI-certified compostable coffee pod that is compatible with major coffee brewing machines and manufactured at NEXE's North American facility [4]

Core Points - Société Générale S.A. has increased its holdings in FLSmidth to 6.97% of the total share capital and voting rights as of 22 October 2025, up from less than 5.00% previously [2]. Group 1 - FLSmidth & Co. A/S received a notification from Société Générale S.A. regarding its financial instrument holdings [1]. - The announcement is made in accordance with the Danish Capital Markets Act [3]. - FLSmidth is a technology and service supplier to the global mining industry, focusing on improving performance and sustainability [4].

Core Insights - Ahlstrom has achieved a platinum medal in the EcoVadis sustainability assessment with an overall score of 86 out of 100, placing it among the top 1% of companies assessed since October 2024 [1][2]. Sustainability Assessment - EcoVadis evaluates sustainability management systems across four areas: environment, labour and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement, with platinum being the highest recognition level [2]. - The ratings are based on international standards, including the UN Global Compact's Ten Principles, International Labour Organization conventions, Global Reporting Initiatives standards, and ISO 26000, providing evidence-based analysis and actionable improvement roadmaps [3]. Company Initiatives - Ahlstrom's platinum rating reflects its commitment to advancing sustainable practices across its operations and value chain [4]. - In May 2025, Ahlstrom invested €15 million ($17.4 million) to bring a new parchmentiser, PMZ5, into service at its Saint-Séverin plant in France, which produces durable grease and water-resistant vegetable parchment [4]. - The company also launched LamiBak Flex, an addition to its LamiBak range of base papers, designed for further processing and offering barrier properties for food applications [5].

Core Insights - Target Corp. is relaunching its denim brand Universal Thread with a focus on new fits, washes, and elevated fabrics, supported by a revamped merchandising strategy [1][8] - The brand aims to enhance fashion quotient, quality, and comfort through significant investments in fabric innovation, supply chain speed, and technology [2][3] - Universal Thread is positioned as Target's first circular apparel brand, featuring digital IDs for sustainability information and resale options [3][4] Product Development - The redesign of Universal Thread was influenced by consumer behavior changes during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to a demand for more comfortable and looser fits [7][10] - The introduction of the "90s baggy" fit has been particularly successful, becoming one of the top five fits since its launch [11][12] - Target's approach includes rigorous testing on real people to ensure fit and comfort, which has led to improved fabric quality and reduced lead times by 25% [14][15] Financial Performance - Target's owned brands generate over $30 billion in annual sales, with Universal Thread being a key player in the women's apparel segment [6] - For the second quarter ending in August, Target reported net sales of $25.2 billion, a decrease of 0.9% year-over-year, with comparable sales down 1.9% [16] - Target's stock price has decreased approximately 40% over the past year, reflecting broader challenges in the retail sector [17] Strategic Focus - The incoming CEO, Michael Fiddelke, plans to emphasize design strength and enhance the shopping experience both in-store and online [5] - Target aims to differentiate Universal Thread from other brands by focusing on a California-inspired casual aesthetic and expanding the product range beyond denim [19][20] - The company is committed to leveraging technology and design resources to maintain a competitive edge in the fashion retail market [20]

Core Insights - Suominen Corporation's profitability has been impacted by exceptional events, leading to a reduced outlook for 2025 [1][4][11] Financial Performance - For the period of January 1 - September 30, 2025, net sales decreased by 8% to EUR 317.1 million compared to EUR 343.8 million in 2024 [3][14] - In the third quarter (July-September 2025), net sales decreased by 11% to EUR 99.8 million from EUR 111.6 million in the same period of 2024 [3][12] - Comparable EBITDA for the third quarter increased slightly to EUR 3.4 million from EUR 3.3 million in 2024, while comparable EBITDA for January-September decreased to EUR 10.7 million from EUR 12.8 million in 2024 [3][18] - Cash flow from operations improved significantly to EUR 15.7 million in the third quarter, compared to a negative cash flow of EUR -2.6 million in the same period of 2024 [22] Operational Challenges - Two major incidents at US plants during the third quarter negatively impacted production: an equipment failure and significant flooding, which together affected comparable EBITDA by EUR 2.8 million [8][12] - Sales volumes decreased, but sales margins increased compared to the previous year, indicating a shift in pricing strategy [7][14] Outlook and Strategic Initiatives - The company revised its full-year guidance, now expecting comparable EBITDA to be lower than in 2024, which was EUR 17.0 million [4][11][76] - Suominen is accelerating its cost-saving program, aiming for savings of approximately EUR 10 million over the next 24 months [9] - Sustainability remains a core focus, with 30% of net sales in the third quarter coming from new products launched in the last three years [10][29] Market Environment - The demand for nonwovens is expected to recover in the second half of the year, but the recovery has been slower than anticipated due to supply chain disruptions [6][69] - The company operates primarily in North America and Europe, with the growth in nonwovens demand typically exceeding GDP growth by a couple of percentage points [72]

Core Insights - Suominen Corporation's profitability has been negatively impacted by exceptional events, leading to a reduced outlook for 2025 compared to previous expectations [2][10][75] Financial Performance - In Q3 2025, net sales decreased by 11% year-over-year to EUR 99.8 million, while for the first nine months of 2025, net sales decreased by 8% to EUR 317.1 million [2][12] - Comparable EBITDA for Q3 2025 was EUR 3.4 million, slightly up from EUR 3.3 million in Q3 2024, while for the first nine months, it decreased to EUR 10.7 million from EUR 12.8 million in the same period of 2024 [6][16] - The company reported a profit for the period of EUR -2.0 million in Q3 2025, an improvement from EUR -3.2 million in Q3 2024, and a loss of EUR -8.2 million for the first nine months compared to EUR -6.1 million in the same period of 2024 [15][18] Operational Challenges - Two significant incidents at US plants during Q3 2025, including an equipment failure and flooding, negatively impacted production and resulted in an estimated EUR 2.8 million loss in comparable EBITDA [6][10] - Cash flow from operations improved significantly to EUR 15.7 million in Q3 2025, compared to a negative cash flow of EUR -2.6 million in Q3 2024 [21] Market and Outlook - The company has revised its full-year guidance for 2025, now expecting comparable EBITDA to be lower than in 2024, which was EUR 17.0 million [2][10][75] - The demand for nonwoven products is expected to recover in the second half of the year, but the recovery has been slower than anticipated due to earlier supply chain disruptions [4][68] Sustainability Initiatives - Suominen received a Gold Medal from EcoVadis for the second consecutive year, placing it in the top 2% of companies in the textile manufacturing industry [9][25] - The company aims for over two-thirds of its raw materials to be plant-based and for more than half of its new R&D initiatives to focus on sustainable products [28]

ING to appoint Ida Lerner as chief financial officer ING announced today that Ida Lerner will be appointed chief financial officer of ING. Until recently, Ida served as chief financial officer at Norwegian bank DNB. She will succeed Tanate Phutrakul who will step down from his position at ING’s Annual General Meeting in April 2026 as announced in July 2025. Effective 1 April 2026, Ida will be appointed as member of the Management Board Banking. The Supervisory Board will propose to shareholders to appoint ...

Core Insights - Jyske Bank has raised its profit expectations for 2025 to DKK 4.9bn-5.3bn, up from DKK 3.8bn-4.6bn, driven by positive developments in financial markets and strong credit quality [2][10] - The Danish economy is experiencing growth, with rising employment and housing market activity, while inflation remains controlled [3] Financial Performance - Earnings per share increased by 3% to DKK 62.5 in Q1-Q3 2025 compared to the previous year, despite lower short-term interest rates [2][11] - Core income decreased by 4% to DKK 9,942m, primarily due to a drop in net interest income following a reduction in the policy rate [10][12] - Core expenses fell by 1% to DKK 4,732m, although underlying expenses rose by 1% when adjusted for non-recurring items [10][13] - Loan impairment charges resulted in an income of DKK 22m, reflecting solid credit quality [10][14] Strategic Developments - The company is focusing on enhancing customer experience through investments in digitization and sustainability [4][5] - Jyske Bank has improved its customer satisfaction ratings, ranking first among corporate customers and achieving significant improvements among personal customers [6] - The consolidation of employees in the Glass Cube at Kalvebod Brygge has fostered a stronger professional environment and improved customer advisory services [7] Sustainability Initiatives - Sustainability is increasingly integrated into Jyske Bank's value proposition, with new green products and partnerships to support customers' green transitions [8]

Core Insights - The company reported significant profitability improvement in its Facility Services businesses while maintaining stable performance in its Circular Economy Business [4][5][11] - The outlook for 2025 estimates net sales to remain at the same level as the previous year, with adjusted operating profit projected between EUR 44 million and EUR 48 million [3][83] Financial Performance - For January-September 2025, net sales totaled EUR 571.4 million, a decrease of 0.9% compared to EUR 576.5 million in the same period last year [4][14] - Adjusted operating profit for the same period was EUR 37.7 million, up 15.5% from EUR 32.7 million, indicating improved profitability [14][17] - In the third quarter, net sales increased by 3.8% to EUR 199.5 million, with adjusted operating profit slightly up to EUR 20.1 million [10][14] Business Segments - In the Circular Economy Business, net sales for January-September were EUR 315.5 million, down from EUR 318.6 million, with adjusted operating profit declining to EUR 31.1 million from EUR 33.0 million [21][22] - Facility Services Finland experienced a decrease in net sales to EUR 170.2 million, but adjusted operating profit improved significantly to EUR 11.1 million from EUR 6.8 million [27][28] - Facility Services Sweden saw an increase in net sales to EUR 87.3 million, with adjusted operating results improving to a loss of EUR 2.9 million from a loss of EUR 6.0 million [31][32] Sustainability and Efficiency - The company's carbon footprint decreased by 19% compared to the previous year, driven by the use of renewable fuels and investments in a low-emission fleet [8][47] - An efficiency program was launched aiming for an annual performance improvement of at least EUR 8 million by the end of 2026, with fixed costs decreasing by approximately EUR 3 million in the review period [43][43] Demerger Plans - The company is preparing for a partial demerger to separate its Circular Economy business into a new publicly listed company, with the plan approved by the Board of Directors on August 7, 2025 [9][80] - The demerger is subject to approval at an Extraordinary General Meeting scheduled for December 4, 2025, with an effective date planned for December 31, 2025 [81][82]