SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: Singular Health Group (ASX: SHG) announced the official appointment of Mr Denning Chong as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer. Following his appointment as Interim CEO and Managing Director in April 2023, Mr Chong has been instrumental in leading a strategic review that has seen the consolidation of premises and streamlining of the…
Ofgem consults on debt protection for energy market and consumers
LONDON: The energy regulator Ofgem has launched a consultation on how to protect the energy market and consumers from the risk of rising debt, which has reached a record high of £2.6 billion. The regulator said that the debt level was driven by a combination of the increase in wholesale energy prices, and wider cost…
JTL-Software-GmbH secures £8.1 million additional investment from Hg
HÜCKELHOVEN, GERMANY: JTL-Software-GmbH (JTL), a leading ERP software provider specialising in e-commerce enablement solutions for small and medium-sized businesses (SMB) across Germany, has secured £8.1 million additional investment from Hg, a leading investor in European and transatlantic software and services businesses, to support JTL in the next phase of its growth journey. Based in Hückelhoven,…
VVV Resources Limited signs deal to acquire Mitterberg Copper Project in Austria
LONDON, UK: VVV Resources Limited (AQUIS: VVV) has signed an unconditional Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) with a consortium of owners, to acquire the Mitterberg Copper Project in Austria. This SPA supersedes a previous SPA signed in March 2022 where conditions precedent had not been met. The consideration payable is £350,000. An outstanding loan related to…
Apollo Global Management agrees to acquire The Restaurant Group for £506 million
LONDON, UK: Rock BidCo Limited, a special purpose vehicle indirectly owned by the Apollo Funds, managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management, has agreed to acquire The Restaurant Group plc (TRG) at the rate of 65 pence/share in cash valuing the acquisition at approximately £506 million on a fully diluted basis, and implies an enterprise…
Saudi Aramco seeks to buy 10% stakes in Shandong Yulong Petrochemical
DUBAI : Saudi Aramco is in talks to buy a 10 per cent stake in Shandong Yulong Petrochemical Co, it said on Wednesday. Shandon Yulong is building a refinery complex that can process 400,000 barrels of crude a day in eastern China’s Shandong province. Aramco and the firm have signed a memorandum of understanding to…
Walgreens names Tim Wentworth as new CEO
NEW YORK: Tim Wentworth, a former leader of Express Scripts and Cigna’s health services unit, will take over as the new CEO of Walgreens Boots Alliance, the company announced on Tuesday. Walgreens, one of the largest pharmacy chain operators in the U.S., hopes that Wentworth’s extensive experience in healthcare services will help it improve its…
Qualcomm announces Snapdragon X series, a new generation of PC chips with AI and 5G capabilities
Qualcomm, the leading manufacturer of mobile processors, has unveiled its latest innovation for the PC industry: the Snapdragon X series. The new chips are designed to offer high performance, low power consumption, and advanced features such as on-device artificial intelligence and 5G connectivity. The Snapdragon X series is the successor to the Snapdragon 8cx series,…
Nothing Ear (2) Earbuds Review: Transparent Design and Immersive Sound
The Nothing Ear (2) earbuds are a pair of true wireless earbuds that were released in March 2023. They are the successor to the Nothing Ear (1) earbuds, which were released in 2021. You can pick up the Nothing Ear (2) earbuds for just £108.99. The Nothing Ear (2) earbuds feature a number of improvements…
Logitech MX Master 2S Wireless Mouse Review
The Logitech MX Master 2S is a wireless mouse that is designed for power users and productivity enthusiasts. It has a wide range of features and customization options, making it a great choice for anyone who wants the best possible mouse for their work or personal needs. Right now, you can pick up the Logitech…
New PS5 Model Launching This Holiday Season with Smaller Form Factor and Attachable Disc Drive
If you are looking for a new gaming console to enjoy this holiday season, you might want to check out the new PS5 model that Sony has just announced. The new PS5 is smaller, lighter, and more customizable than the previous models, and it still offers the same amazing performance and features that make PS5…
Birkenstock IPO priced at $46 per share, raising $1.48 billion
German premium footwear maker Birkenstock Holding priced its U.S. initial public offering (IPO) at $46 per share, the middle of its indicated range. The IPO raised about $1.48 billion, valuing the company at about $9.3 billion on a fully diluted basis. Birkenstock is the fourth major company to launch a U.S. IPO in the last…