Ottawa, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - January 27, 2026) - Thermal Energy International Inc. (TSXV: TMG) (OTCQB: TMGEF) ("Thermal Energy" or the "Company"), a provider of innovative energy efficiency and carbon emission reduction solutions to major corporations around the world, today reported its financial results for the second quarter ended November 30, 2025. All figures are in Canadian dollars.Q2 2026 Highlights: (Compared to Q2 2025)Revenue increased more than 18% to a record $10.2 million Adjusted EBITDA ...

Core Insights - Thermal Energy International Inc. has secured orders for two turnkey heat recovery projects totaling CAD 1.5 million from a global nutrition company, marking the seventh and eighth projects with this client [1][2] - Since 2019, the company has conducted approximately CAD 13.6 million in business with this multinational customer, which includes various smaller orders across 27 sites in nine countries [2] - The two new projects are expected to be completed within 12 months, with gross margins anticipated to align with historical figures for similar projects [2] Company Overview - Thermal Energy specializes in energy efficiency and carbon emission reduction solutions for large corporations, claiming to recover up to 80% of energy lost in typical boiler plant operations [5][6] - The company operates as a fully accredited professional engineering firm with offices in Canada, the USA, and the UK, providing tailored solutions that deliver significant financial and environmental benefits [6] Market Potential - There is significant growth potential with the existing customer, as there are opportunities for further energy efficiency and carbon reduction initiatives at partially penetrated locations and other sites globally [2]

Core Viewpoint - Meta Platforms is currently viewed as the best investment among trillion-dollar companies, particularly in the AI sector, with significant growth potential driven by advancements in advertising technology and smart glasses [1][2]. Company Overview - Meta Platforms owns three of the four most popular social media networks: Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, which collectively attract 3.4 billion daily users, making it a crucial advertising partner for many brands [3]. - The company has invested over $100 billion in data center infrastructure in the last two years and is actively recruiting top talent in AI [6][7]. AI and Advertising - Meta is leveraging AI to enhance user engagement, resulting in a 5% increase in time spent on Facebook and a 6% increase on Instagram in Q2 due to improved recommendation engines [4]. - The company has made significant improvements to its machine learning systems, leading to a 4% increase in conversion rates for Facebook Reels and a 3% increase for Facebook ads, along with a 5% increase for Instagram ads [5]. Market Position and Growth Potential - The adtech market is projected to grow at an annual rate of 14% through 2030, positioning Meta as a strong player in this space [6]. - Meta's stock has a median target price of $880 per share, indicating a 22% upside potential from current levels [8]. Smart Glasses and Future Innovations - Meta is focusing on developing smart glasses and superintelligence, with the goal of creating AI systems that can learn and improve autonomously [7][9]. - The company currently dominates the smart glasses market, with Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses accounting for 73% of shipments in the first half of 2025 [9]. - The augmented reality market is expected to grow at 38% annually, potentially providing a substantial revenue stream for Meta [11]. Financial Valuation - Meta's earnings are expected to grow at an annual rate of 17.3% over the next three years, which is reasonable given the projected growth in adtech spending [12]. - The current valuation of Meta is 25.9 times earnings, with a PEG ratio of 1.5, making it one of the cheapest trillion-dollar stocks available [13].

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Investment Opportunity - A new cryptocurrency, referred to as "$GEM" on the Solana blockchain ($SOL), is being introduced [1] - An exclusive private sale is underway, offering early investors a chance to secure allocations before the public launch [1] - Investors can participate by sending $SOL or $USDT to the provided address: c5LzfQLGTQniFPwfnwRTiX77dvDdB6c5mxjLiU3bFpr [1] Risk Warning - This is the first and only chance before the public launch, implying potential scarcity and urgency [1] - Investors need to claim their allocation after sending $SOL/$USDT, suggesting a specific procedure to follow [1]

Group 1 - Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:META) is currently considered one of the best fundamental stocks to buy, highlighted during the Goldman Sachs Communicopia + Technology Conference 2025, which outlined both challenges and positive developments for the company [1] - The company has outperformed the digital advertising sector due to advancements in AI, emphasizing that investments in AI and superintelligence are crucial for long-term growth [2] - Meta is well-known for its flagship platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, and is making significant strides in augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technologies [3] Group 2 - While Meta shows potential as an investment, there are AI stocks that may offer greater upside potential and lower downside risk [4]

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Core Insights - Instagram is increasingly viewed as an independent platform rather than a subsidiary of Facebook, with significant growth in its advertising revenue driven by features like Reels [1][5] - By Q2 2025, Instagram's ad revenue in the U.S. is projected to reach $32.03 billion, surpassing Facebook's share of Meta's ad revenue for the first time [1] - Instagram's CPM for ads reached $9.46, higher than Facebook and other competitors, indicating its growing importance in the advertising landscape [5] Advertising Revenue Growth - Meta reported $46.56 billion in ad revenue for Q2 2025, exceeding Wall Street's expectations, with Instagram being a key contributor [1] - The introduction of new ad sorting and recommendation models has improved conversion rates, with Reels seeing over 20% growth in viewing time [1][12] - Instagram's ad revenue is expected to account for 50.3% of Meta's U.S. ad revenue by 2025, marking a significant shift in its internal dynamics [1] Competitive Landscape - The rise of TikTok has prompted advertisers to shift budgets towards Instagram, especially in light of regulatory challenges facing TikTok [9] - Instagram has upgraded its technology and advertising systems, allowing it to capture a larger share of advertising budgets [9][12] - The introduction of advanced models like Andromeda and GEM has enhanced Instagram's ad matching capabilities, leading to a 5% increase in ad conversion efficiency [12] Historical Context - Instagram's commercial journey began cautiously, with its first sponsored ad appearing in 2013, and it only transitioned to a more aggressive advertising strategy after 2015 [6][7] - The launch of Stories in 2016 and Reels in 2020 marked significant milestones in Instagram's advertising evolution, providing new avenues for brand engagement [7][8] - Unlike YouTube, which was allowed to develop independently post-acquisition by Google, Instagram was deeply integrated into Facebook's ecosystem from the start [6] Technological Advancements - The integration of large models into Instagram's advertising system has significantly improved its ability to match ads with user interests in real-time [10][12] - The platform's recommendation logic for Reels has been upgraded to enhance user engagement and ad effectiveness, responding to the competitive pressure from TikTok [10][11] - Instagram's ability to adapt its advertising strategy and technology has positioned it as a formidable player in the digital advertising market [12][13]