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Storfund's partnership with Castorama France lets sellers access revenue at shipment, bypassing the 14-60 day payout gap. The Kingfisher-owned DIY marketplace gets a financial edge.
Four Tadawul-listed stocks fell to 52-week lows on July 9, data from Argaam shows. The cluster of lows signals broad selling pressure, but without catalyst or volume, a reversal trade carries risk.
Seven TASI-listed companies and one REIT fell to their lowest levels since debut on July 9, according to Argaam data. The declines add to a tough session for Saudi stocks.
East Pipes stock hit a new all-time high on TASI on July 9, driven by infrastructure demand and institutional buying.
United Natural Foods (UNFI) promotes Matteo Tarditi to president and COO effective August 3, 2026, leaving the CFO role vacant. The move signals a shift in operational focus.
Only one US-licensed VLCC and one Iranian container ship crossed the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday. Oil prices rose 2.5% after the news. War-risk premiums have tripled since the start of the month.
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The 62.5% rent hike on a five-year lease boosts AlJazira REIT's distributable income, showing strong demand for industrial space in Saudi.
Ammunic Systems pivots to loitering munitions and naval fuses, targets SE Asia and Middle East exports after expanding production capacity.
Arrow Global Group is acquiring Fusion Specialty, an MGA that has written £290 million in gross premium for 1,500 policyholders. The deal closes Q3 2026.
International soccer fans at the World Cup are discovering American staples like Ranch dressing and Buc-ee's. The exposure could boost brand affinity; Walmart's quarterly earnings in August will show if it translates to sales.
Trump thanked SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell for a stock donation to Trump Accounts valued at $325 million, one of the largest political gifts on record.
Tasheel CEO Mohamed Galal blamed an AWS outage and a loan administration cut for slower Q2 revenue growth. New products are planned for H2 2026.
M&S brand director Sharry Cramond said the British Grand Prix activation was a 'perfect fit' as the retailer targets younger, fashion-aware shoppers through F1.
Aviva and specialty insurer Axis have launched a £200m Lloyd's consortium for onshore renewable energy projects, simplifying placement for brokers and clients.
Small caps trade at a 15x forward P/E, below their 10-year average. Dispersion is the widest since 2020. Active managers have a window before the September Fed meeting.
Chinese EV brands grabbed nearly 25% of Australia's June car sales, undercutting legacy dealers on price and forcing repair chains to retool for new battery tech.
AZZ shares hit a new 52-week high after the metal coatings company beat Q1 estimates and raised its FY2027 guidance, citing sustained demand from infrastructure and energy projects.
British B-Corp brand Nudea launches Eco Luxe lounge line for warm-weather wear as premium sleepwear outperforms. The launch tests whether a second product cycle can extend revenue without scaling spend.
Y Combinator-backed Weave Robotics will ship its laundry-folding robot Isaac 1 in California this fall. The robot's success hinges on overcoming a history of failed home automation attempts.
Founders Tyler Maran and Anna Pojawis shut down OmniAI despite traction and $3.2M seed, then launched Monumint to build compliance-ready AI agents for banks.
PureGym will open its first Irish clubs in central Dublin in early 2025, offering no-contract memberships from €29.99. The expansion follows the company's 2024 US acquisition.
MSGA Investment recommends 14% cash dividend for 2025. The proposal from a stock listed July 8 on Nomu signals high payout capacity but needs shareholder approval.
Japan machine tool orders surged 52.8% in June, the fastest pace in the current cycle, as factory demand from Asia and North America accelerated.
The ADF test-fired an SM-2 interceptor at Woomera in June, ahead of a planned $7B–$10B missile defence programme. RTX and Lockheed Martin stand to benefit once procurement decisions arrive in 2026.
GASCO appoints Fahad Al Matrafi as chairman. The new leadership structure consolidates governance oversight under a single role for the remainder of the current board term.
William Nieporte, co-founder of $8 billion Bramshill Investments, was fired after violating a five-day return-to-office policy he helped create. His $30 million lawsuit claims the rule was selectively enforced.
Refurbishers report surging demand as chip shortages make new consoles and phones hard to find. One seller: "Everything is selling."
ITR forms for AY 2026-27 now require transaction reference number and IFSC code for Section 80G deductions. Missing details could lead to rejection. Reconcile claims with bank records.
EPFO launches two online methods to transfer PF balance between employers without paperwork. Process via UAN login, OTP verification. Benefits include pension continuity and TDS avoidance.