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Nothing is Greek Anymore-Indian Railway | Sudhanshu Mani | TEDxGLIMChennai
TEDx Talks· 2026-03-10 15:26
Good evening everyone. If you want to look at where India would be >> in 2047, India at 100, don't uh listen to our speeches. Look at Indian railways >> through a decisive window.One question has been settled >> that India is going to be a developed country. The question is not if, the question is only when and whether this uh development is going to be inclusive enough, whether this development, this growth is going to be a feeling of well-being and happiness for every Indian. And the question also present ...
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The Economist· 2026-03-05 17:05
Africa's development debate centres on whether to support large firms and infrastructure projects or nurture small businesses and micro-entrepreneurs to drive economic growth. https://t.co/Vg4ZtWPNzy ...
Development Is More Than Growth | Gökhan DİNÇ | TEDxGaziUniversity
TEDx Talks· 2026-02-12 16:20
Herkese merhabalar. Ben Gökhan Ginç. 1978 yılında Bulgaristan'ın Derior Orman bölgesinden Türkiye'ye göç eden bir ailenin çocuğuyum.1988'de İstanbul'da doğdum. O göç valizlerini ben taşımadım ama o valizlerin içerisindeki duygularla, hissiyatla büyümet kısmet oldu. O duyguların içerisinde eee bolca köklerinden koparılmışlık, eee yok sayılmışlık ve kaygı varken yeni bir ülkeye gelmenin kaygısı bir yandan da işte anavatanına dönmenin coşkusu da vardı ve böyle bir çocukluk yaşadık.eee Balkanlar için e hikayele ...
Vornado(VNO) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-10 16:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Comparable FFO for 2025 was $2.32 per share, slightly higher than 2024 and better than anticipated [26] - Fourth quarter comparable FFO was $0.55 per share, down from $0.61 per share in Q4 2024, primarily due to higher net interest expense [26] - Same-store GAAP NOI increased by 5% for the quarter, while same-store cash NOI decreased by 8.3% [27] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In 2025, the company leased 4.6 million sq ft of office space, with 3.7 million sq ft in Manhattan, marking the highest leasing volume in over a decade [6] - Average starting rents in Manhattan were $98 per sq ft, with mark-to-markets of +10.4% GAAP and +7.8% cash [7] - Office occupancy rose from 88.8% to 91.2% in 2025, driven by significant leasing activity [12][28] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The New York office market is experiencing a tightening landlord's market, with robust tenant demand from finance and tech sectors [4] - The financing markets for Class A assets are strong, with CMBS spreads at their tightest since 2021 [29] - The company has a liquidity of $2.39 billion, including cash balances of $978 million and undrawn credit lines of $1.41 billion [22] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on its Manhattan-centric office strategy, with significant developments planned, including 350 Park Avenue and 623 Fifth Avenue [5][15] - The company aims to capitalize on the shortage of large blocks in better buildings by bringing prime space to market [14] - The management team is committed to maintaining a highly liquid, cash-heavy balance sheet while exploring stock buybacks [22][24] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management believes the current fundamentals in Manhattan are the best in 20 years, with expectations for continued tightening in the landlord's market [4] - The company anticipates significant earnings growth in 2027 as the positive impact from PENN 1 and PENN 2 lease-up takes effect [28] - Management acknowledges the disconnect between stock price and asset value, viewing current stock buybacks as an attractive investment opportunity [24][25] Other Important Information - The company has extended maturities on nearly $3.5 billion of debt through 2031 and has been active in refinancing to bolster liquidity [23][30] - The acquisition of 623 Fifth Avenue is viewed as a strategic move, with plans to create a high-quality boutique office space [15][16] - The company is also developing a 475-unit rental residential building on 34th Street, expected to break ground in the fall [19] Q&A Session Summary Question: Changes in the structure of 350 Park Avenue - Management confirmed that there were amendments related to the overall deal, providing flexibility in equity percentage [35] Question: Overall leasing pipeline and tenant conversations - The leasing pipeline remains strong, with over half of the activity from new tenants and significant expansion from financial services and law firms [40] Question: Cash and GAAP same-store NOI difference - Management expects to see cash NOI turn positive in the second half of 2026 as free rent periods end [45] Question: Retail market conditions on Upper Fifth Avenue - The retail market is improving but still struggling to meet top-tick rents from four or five years ago [48] Question: Difference between GAAP occupancy and leased occupancy - The $200 million difference is not annualized and will be recognized as tenants build out their spaces [51]
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Bloomberg· 2026-02-06 12:01
Thailand, Indonesia and Philippines — with a combined population of about 470 million that tops the US — were meant to be among the next batch of economies to climb the development ladder. But politics keeps getting in the way. https://t.co/b1s901Ql4T ...
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Bloomberg· 2026-02-05 06:56
Small cities like Dibrugarh are set to get $39 billion for development. In India Edition, Menaka Doshi asks whether they can avoid the mistakes of Mumbai and Delhi. https://t.co/9Mvmbsz9S9 ...
Locating Culture Through Listening to Derian Bukit (with BIM) | Sheila Julis | TEDxUoNMalaysia
TEDx Talks· 2026-02-04 16:44
I appreciate everyone's support because I do have ADHD and the light is blinding and it's giving me blanks. But I need to remind myself that today I'm here with you because it's not for me, it's for the communities. When I first started as a young program development officer working at the local NGO, a constant question that came to mind was how can we as non- indigenous peoples support the communities better.And after working in at least 40 villages, land grab has made it so difficult and sometimes impossi ...
Five Predictions That Could Redefine Everything | Ebenezar Wikina | TEDxPortHarcourt
TEDx Talks· 2026-02-03 17:22
[music] [music] My story begins in November 2022. I was wearing my Made in Potacot uh t-shirt and I was traveling to India for a meeting. Now this this trip coincided with the World Cup, the FIFA World Cup in Qatar.uh and we had a layover at the Hamad International Airport in Doha. Now, prior to this time, I've heard so much about Qatar, right. But the things I saw at the airport left me quite baffled.They had a driverless tram that took people from one terminal to the other. They had a tropical garden in t ...
WuXi Biologics and Vertex Sign License and Research Service Agreement for T-cell Engager
Prnewswire· 2026-02-03 03:08
Core Viewpoint - WuXi Biologics has entered into a license and research service agreement with Vertex Pharmaceuticals for the development of a trispecific T-cell Engager aimed at treating B-cell mediated autoimmune diseases [1][2]. Group 1: Agreement Details - Vertex Pharmaceuticals will have exclusive global rights to develop and commercialize the trispecific T-cell Engager at the preclinical stage [2]. - WuXi Biologics will receive an upfront payment and is eligible for additional milestone payments related to development, regulatory approvals, and sales, along with royalty payments [2]. Group 2: Company Overview - WuXi Biologics is a leading global Contract Research, Development, and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO) that provides end-to-end solutions for biologics from concept to commercialization [4]. - The company employs over 12,000 skilled professionals across multiple countries, including China, the United States, Ireland, Germany, and Singapore, and is currently supporting 945 integrated client projects, with 74 in Phase III and 25 in commercial manufacturing as of December 31, 2025 [5]. Group 3: Commitment to Sustainability - WuXi Biologics emphasizes sustainability as a key component of long-term business growth, focusing on green technology innovations to provide advanced Green CRDMO solutions [6]. - The company is dedicated to achieving excellence in Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices and collaborates with stakeholders to promote positive social and environmental impacts [6].
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Bloomberg· 2026-01-28 20:40
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