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Renewi plc: Trading Update

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星期二, 一月 30, 2024

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Renewi plc (“Renewi”, the “Company” or, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”) (LSE: RWI.L: Euronext Amsterdam: RWI.AS), the leading European waste-to-product business, announces its results for the third quarter ended 31 December 2023 (“Q3”).

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Renewi plc (“Renewi”, the “Company” or, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”) (LSE: RWI.L: Euronext Amsterdam: RWI.AS), the leading European waste-to-product business, announces its results for the third quarter ended 31 December 2023 (“Q3”).
Overall, Q3 trading performance reflected a continuation of the challenging economic backdrop in several key markets which was offset, in part, by further good progress in the Group’s margin initiatives.
Ongoing organisational rationalisation within the Simplify programme is partially mitigating the margin impact of lower volumes for FY24.
Renewi had a number of operational highlights throughout the quarter, including new customer wins.

bswift Simplify Offers Streamlined Benefits Management; NFP Signs On To Deploy

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星期四, 一月 18, 2024

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CHICAGO, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- bswift®, an industry leader in employee benefits technology and administration, has announced the launch of bswift Simplify™, a streamlined configuration tool for bswift's technology platform.

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CHICAGO, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- bswift®, an industry leader in employee benefits technology and administration, has announced the launch of bswift Simplify™, a streamlined configuration tool for bswift's technology platform.
The tool helps bswift channel partners provide automated benefits administration to clients with up to 500 employees.
NFP®, a leading benefits consultant and bswift partner, is the first to sign on to deploy this transformative solution for their clients.
bswift is establishing a new standard in benefits administration as they continue to thoughtfully innovate and advance as an omni-segment provider."

Simplify Adds a Multi-Quantitative Investment Strategy Overlay to Core U.S. Equity Exposure With the Launch of the SPQ ETF

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星期二, 十一月 14, 2023

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Simplify Asset Management (“Simplify”) , an innovative provider of Exchange Traded Funds (“ETFs”), is today celebrating the launch of its newest ETF, the Simplify US Equity PLUS QIS ETF (SPQ).

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Simplify Asset Management (“Simplify”) , an innovative provider of Exchange Traded Funds (“ETFs”), is today celebrating the launch of its newest ETF, the Simplify US Equity PLUS QIS ETF (SPQ).
SPQ is designed to seek long-term capital appreciation by overlaying a diversified basket of Quantitative Investment Strategies on top of core U.S. equity exposure.
“The goal of this 100% equity plus 50% QIS portfolio is to enhance both the absolute and risk-adjusted returns of a core equity investment,” said David Berns, PhD, Simplify’s Chief Investment Officer and Cofounder.
“Complex markets require access to sophisticated solutions, and we’re very pleased to be adding SPQ to our fast-growing family of alternative ETFs,” added Berns.

The Arena Group Reports Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results; Advances Bridge Media Acquisition

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星期二, 十一月 14, 2023

Additionally, subsequent to the end of the third quarter, on November 6, 2023, The Arena Group announced that it signed a definitive agreement to combine with Bridge Media Networks (the “Proposed Transaction”).

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Additionally, subsequent to the end of the third quarter, on November 6, 2023, The Arena Group announced that it signed a definitive agreement to combine with Bridge Media Networks (the “Proposed Transaction”).
The Arena Group intends to use a portion of the cash proceeds to reduce its debt by $26 million from current levels.
Revenue increased 11% to $63.4 million compared to $57.3 million in the prior year quarter.
For additional information regarding non-GAAP financial measures, see “Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” and “Net Loss to Adjusted EBITDA Reconciliation” below.

iQIYI International Announces 2024 Strategies at Asia TV Forum: 280+ Chinese Language Shows, 35+ Southeast Asian Series and International adaptation of "Youth With You" in the Pipeline

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星期二, 十二月 12, 2023

SINGAPORE, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --Asian streaming leader iQIYI hosted "International iJOY conference: 2024 Grand Reveal" at Asia TV Forum on December 6. The event was kicked off with the 2023 milestone celebration to have brought 500 shows in a total of 6,000 Hours of premium entertainment experience for the global aficionado of TV shows and films this year, followed by the exciting announcement of more than 280 new Chinese language dramas, films, variety shows, along with 35+ original productions and licensed series from Southeast Asia region for the next two years.

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Yang Xianghua, iQIYI's President of Movie & Overseas Business Group, shared: "iQIYI has achieved invaluable success after three-year exploration and testing in overseas markets.
We've verified the popularity and influence of iQIYI original productions outside of China, as well as how China's business model can be adopted for international markets.
To aim for greater heights, iQIYI will roll out more than 280 Chinese language movies, drama series, variety shows and kids programs.
iQIYI launched "iQIYI International", www.iq.com and international apps, a service tailored to global viewers with Asian TV and films as core offerings.

Sage Advisory Releases Results of 2023 ETF Stewardship Survey: ESG Perseveres Even as Asset Manager Transparency Gives Way to Opacity

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星期三, 十一月 8, 2023

Sage Advisory Services (“Sage”) released today the results of its 2023 ETF Stewardship Survey .

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Sage Advisory Services (“Sage”) released today the results of its 2023 ETF Stewardship Survey .
The smallest of these firms manages $333 million while the largest has $8.59 trillion in total AUM.
“Using our proprietary scoring system, 50% of repeat participants saw a notable improvement in their overall stewardship score, while 31% saw a decline.
Clearly, this is an industry in growth mode but one that has not yet aligned around best practices when it comes to stewardship.”

SoftIron Releases IT Predictions for 2024 and Beyond

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星期二, 十一月 7, 2023

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SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SoftIron , the worldwide leader in true private cloud infrastructure, today announced its top ten predictions for the ever-evolving world of Information Technology (IT) in 2024 and beyond.

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SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SoftIron , the worldwide leader in true private cloud infrastructure, today announced its top ten predictions for the ever-evolving world of Information Technology (IT) in 2024 and beyond.
These predictions reflect the insights of the SoftIron leadership team, gathered through extensive discussions and industry analysis.
Prediction #2: Geopolitical Impact on IT - Geopolitical instability is expected to persist in 2024, prompting nation-states to focus on boosting their sovereign resilience.
“As we step into 2024, the IT landscape is poised for significant changes and challenges,” said Andrew Moloney, Chief Strategy Officer at SoftIron.

Simplify Launches the MTBA ETF, Revolutionizing Exposure to Mortgage-Backed Securities

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星期二, 十一月 7, 2023

Simplify Asset Management (“Simplify”) , an innovative provider of Exchange Traded Funds (“ETFs”), is today launching its newest fund, the Simplify MBS ETF (MTBA) .

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Simplify Asset Management (“Simplify”) , an innovative provider of Exchange Traded Funds (“ETFs”), is today launching its newest fund, the Simplify MBS ETF (MTBA) .
MTBA invests in mortgage-backed securities (MBS), which provide attractive yields versus comparable US Treasuries while carrying little to no credit risk.
Rather than go broad, now is the time for investors to consider the exposure offered by MTBA,” added Bassman.
In addition to MTBA and PFIX, Simplify has also introduced a number of other innovative fixed income ETFs, such as the Simplify Short Term Futures Strategy ETF (TUA) .

The Arena Group Signs Definitive Agreement to Combine with Bridge Media Networks

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星期一, 十一月 6, 2023

The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE American: AREN) (“we,” “us,” “our,” the “Company” or “The Arena Group”), a technology platform and media company home to more than 265 brands, including Sports Illustrated, TheStreet, Parade Media, Men’s Journal, and HubPages, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement under which the Company will combine with Bridge Media Networks, LLC (“Bridge Media Networks”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Simplify Inventions, LLC (“Simplify”).

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The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE American: AREN) (“we,” “us,” “our,” the “Company” or “The Arena Group”), a technology platform and media company home to more than 265 brands, including Sports Illustrated, TheStreet, Parade Media, Men’s Journal, and HubPages, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement under which the Company will combine with Bridge Media Networks, LLC (“Bridge Media Networks”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Simplify Inventions, LLC (“Simplify”).
The Arena Group and Simplify previously announced the signing of a binding Letter of Intent between the parties on August 14, 2023.
Under the terms of the agreement, The Arena Group stockholders will receive one share of common stock of New Arena for each share of The Arena Group common stock they own.
Pursuant to the proposed transaction, the existing assets of The Arena Group will be combined with the video programming, distribution, and production assets of Bridge Media Networks, including Bridge Media Networks’ two 24-hour networks, NEWSnet and Sports News Highlights, as well as the automotive and travel properties Driven and TravelHost.

Malaysia releases Simplified ESG Disclosure Guide for SMEs in Supply Chains

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星期三, 十月 18, 2023

First-of-its-kind guidance developed to support SMEs within supply chains in tracking and reporting their sustainability disclosures to remain relevant and competitive.

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First-of-its-kind guidance developed to support SMEs within supply chains in tracking and reporting their sustainability disclosures to remain relevant and competitive.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Capital Markets Malaysia ("CMM"), an affiliate of the Securities Commission Malaysia ("SC"), today launched a Simplified ESG Disclosure Guide ("SEDG"), making Malaysia the first country globally to provide small-to-medium enterprises ("SMEs") within global supply chains with a streamlined and standardised set of guidelines in relation to environment, social and governance ("ESG") disclosures.
In formulating the Guide, public and market consultations were conducted with multiple stakeholder groups -- including large multinational and public listed companies ("PLCs"), SMEs, and regulatory and policy stakeholders -- to better understand the disclosure challenges, needs and expectations of SMEs within the supply chain.
The Adopter Programme will provide SMEs with access to in-person training, tutorials, and workshops nationwide to guide SMEs in disclosing ESG data.