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SKILLS FOR THE FUTURE Rights and Permissions The material in this work is subject to copyright. Because The World Bank encourages dissemination of its knowledge, this work may be reproduced, in whole or in part, for noncommercial purposes as long as full attribution to this work is given. Attribution: Than Thi May, Maria Jose Vargas, Dominick Egan. 2025. Empowering Economic Transformation through Digital Learning: The case of FutureX in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. World Bank. Washington, DC. Empowering Eco ...

A view of Yanbu’s industrial district, where Northern Graphite’s proposed battery material plant will be built. Source: Northern Graphite. Northern Graphite’s (TSX-V: NGC; US-OTC: NGPHF) decision to build a $200-million (C$144-million) battery material plant in Saudi Arabia should serve as a warning for governments in Canada and France, where the miner has been mulling similar projects, CEO Hugues Jacquemin says. Ottawa-based Northern last month agreed with Saudi Arabian conglomerate Al Obeikan Group for In ...

Chicago, Feb. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Saudi Arabia supply chain market was valued at 560 million in 2024 and is expected to reach US$ 970 million by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 6.70% from 2025 to 2033. Saudi Arabia's supply chain market is experiencing rapid expansion, boosted by strategic initiatives, technological advancements, and significant infrastructure developments. Central to this growth is the Kingdom's Vision 2030 plan, which desires to diversify the economy and reduce reliance on oil. In ...

Carlisle Companies (NYSE:CSL) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 03, 2026 05:00 PM ET Company ParticipantsCharles Perron-Piché - Vice President of Equity ResearchChris Koch - Chairman, President, and CEODavid MacGregor - PresidentGarik Shmois - Managing DirectorKeith Hughes - Managing DirectorKevin Zdimal - CFOMehul Patel - VP of Investor RelationsTom Sano - Managing DirectorConference Call ParticipantsAdam Baumgarten - VP and Equity Research AnalystOperatorGood afternoon. My name is Joelle, and I will be your ...

Carlisle Companies (NYSE:CSL) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 03, 2026 05:00 PM ET Company ParticipantsCharles Perron-Piché - Vice President of Equity ResearchChris Koch - Chairman, President, and CEODavid MacGregor - PresidentGarik Shmois - Managing DirectorKeith Hughes - Managing DirectorKevin Zdimal - CFOMehul Patel - VP of Investor RelationsTom Sano - Managing DirectorConference Call ParticipantsAdam Baumgarten - VP and Equity Research AnalystOperatorGood afternoon. My name is Joelle, and I will be your ...

Carlisle Companies (NYSE:CSL) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 03, 2026 05:00 PM ET Speaker7Good afternoon. My name is Joelle, and I will be your conference call operator today. At this time, I would like to welcome everyone to the Carlisle Companies' fourth quarter 2025 earnings conference call. All lines have been placed on mute to prevent any background noise. After the speaker's remarks, we will conduct a question-and-answer session. I would like to turn the call over to Mr. Mehul Patel, Carlisle Vice Pre ...

Forward Looking Statements & Non-GAAP Financial Measures This presentation contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally use words such as "expect," "foresee," "anticipate," "believe," "project," "should," "estimate," "will," "plans," "intends," "forecast," and similar expressions, and reflect our expectations concerning the future. Such statements are made based on known events and circumstances at the ti ...

Group 1 - There is significant construction activity in the U.S., driven by commercial property needs and housing shortages, benefiting Carlisle Companies [1] - Carlisle has successfully capitalized on trends in insulation, waterproofing, and building envelope products for both residential and commercial projects [1] - The company has outlined its strategic plan, Vision 2030, aiming for 5% organic revenue growth and maintaining free cash flow margins above 15% [4][5] Group 2 - Vision 2030 includes goals for adjusted EBITDA margins of 25% or more and targeted returns on invested capital at or above 25% [4] - Carlisle is focusing on energy-efficient building designs and innovative materials to drive growth [5] - The company plans to enhance operational efficiency through its Carlisle Operating System and maintain exceptional customer service [6] Group 3 - Strategic acquisitions are part of Carlisle's plan to strengthen market share and expand product lines [6] - The company emphasizes disciplined capital allocation to ensure high returns on investments [6] - Carlisle has the potential to generate $40 in adjusted earnings per share, suggesting an attractive long-term forward earnings multiple of about 9 [7]

Core Insights - Saudi Arabia is set to continue offering significant exploration opportunities in the mining sector for 2026 and 2027, aiming to unlock up to $2.5 trillion in mining potential [6][8]. Group 1: Initiatives and Developments - The Mining Infrastructure Enablement Initiative has been launched in collaboration with MODON, which includes the construction of a 75-kilometer treated water pipeline to support the Jabal Sayid area's mining projects [2]. - A financing gateway has been established in partnership with the Bank of Montreal to improve access to funding, addressing a key challenge in the mining sector [3]. - The introduction of future minerals metrics aims to track progress in developing the minerals value chain [3]. Group 2: Economic Impact and Vision 2030 - The Future Minerals Forum's ministerial roundtable aims to create value and jobs, support economic diversification, and shape the forum's agenda for the next five years [4]. - These initiatives align with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 goals to strengthen the mining sector, emphasizing sustainable growth and an investor-friendly environment [5]. Group 3: Licensing and Exploration - Over 30,000 square kilometers have been awarded through licensing, with the ninth licensing round being the largest to date, offering multiple sites to 24 companies [7]. - Spending on surveys, Arabian Shield mapping, and exploration has significantly increased, reaching over $80 billion in 2024, attracting strong global attention [9].