SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: Collins Foods Limited (ASX: CKF) has appointed Andrew Leyden as Group Chief Financial Officer, commencing in early October 2023. Andrew Leyden is a highly commercial and experienced finance leader. He has deep experience leading finance functions and organisations across multiple geographies, and has a strong track record of developing strategy including building businesses…
Torque Metals announces divestment of the Bullfinch Project
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: Torque Metals Limited (ASX: TOR) has announced a conditional binding Sale Agreement with TSX-V listed Altan Rio Minerals Ltd for the divestment of the Bullfinch Project. The project is situated 34 kilometers north of Southern Cross in Western Australia and consists of five wholly owned Exploration Licences and one Exploration Licence Application covering…
Sonic Healthcare signs deal to acquire SYNLAB Suisse SA for CHF 150mn
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: Sonic Healthcare Limited announced the signing of binding agreements for the acquisition of SYNLAB Suisse SA, the Swiss laboratory network of SYNLAB Group. This acquisition follows SYNLAB Group’s strategic decision to divest its Swiss operations. SYNLAB Suisse operates 19 laboratories across Switzerland, employing approximately 600 staff. With annual revenues of approximately CHF100 million,…
Exchange rates for GBP against major currencies on June 27, 2023
LONDON: The latest exchange rates for GBP against major currencies such as USD, EUR, JPY, AUD and more. Stay up-to-date on the latest fluctuations and trends in the GBP-exchange market. According to www.exchangerates.org.uk: GBP-EUR 1.1659 Pounds to Euros GBP-USD 1.2736 Pounds to Dollars GBP-NZD 2.0569 Pounds to New Zealand Dollars GBP-AUD 1.8966 Pounds to Australian…
Apple to launch new iMacs, iPads, MacBooks and Apple Watch models in the next year
Apple is gearing up for a busy year ahead, with a range of new products and updates across its major product lines. According to a report from Bloomberg, the tech giant will release new iMacs, iPads, MacBooks and Apple Watch models in the next 12 months, as well as its highly anticipated Vision Pro headset….
Japan proposes $6.3bn acquisition of semiconductor material giant, JSR
TOKYO – In a move that highlights the global focus on critical chip technology, a fund backed by the Japanese government has unveiled a proposed $6.3 billion acquisition of JSR, a prominent semiconductor material giant. The Japanese Investment Corporation (JIC) submitted an offer of 4,350 Japanese yen ($30.3) per share to acquire JSR, representing a…
IBM to buy Apptio for $4.6 billion to boost its AI and IT automation software
IBM has announced that it will pay $4.6 billion in cash to acquire Apptio, a software company that helps customers optimize their IT spending and operations. The deal, which is expected to close in the second half of this year, is part of IBM’s strategy to invest in AI and IT automation software. Apptio provides…
MobilityOne announces joint venture agreement with Syed Faisal Algadrie Bin Syed Hassan to establish Qube nexus
LONDON, UK: MobilityOne Malaysia has entered into a joint venture cum shareholders agreement. This agreement with Syed Faisal Algadrie Bin Syed Hassan will pave the way for the establishment of a new joint venture company in Malaysia called “Qube Nexus Sdn Bhd” (“Qube”). The primary objective of Qube will be to explore promising business opportunities,…
Virginie Leroy assumes role as President of VINCI Immobilier
PARIS, FRANCE: Virginie Leroy has been appointed as the President of VINCI Immobilier, effective from 1 August 2023. The decision comes as VINCI Immobilier, a prominent real estate development company, looks to navigate new opportunities and challenges in the ever-evolving market. With an impressive educational background, Leroy’s journey to the top of VINCI Immobilier has…
Gjensidige Forsikring has agreed to acquire Denmark based PenSam Forsikring
OSLO, NORWAY: Gjensidige Forsikring has agreed to acquire PenSam Forsikring (PF), a P&C insurance provider in Denmark. The acquisition is subject to regulatory approvals in Denmark and Norway and is expected to be completed during the fourth quarter of 2023. The acquisition will strengthen Gjensidige’s ability to generate profitable growth in Denmark. The parties have…
Renault Group and Alpine secure €200mn investment to fuel growth in Alpine Racing Ltd
PARIS, FRANCE: Renault Group and Alpine have announced a significant investment of €200 million from Otro Capital, RedBird Capital Partners, and Maximum Effort Investments, collectively known as the “Investor Group.” This investment will grant the Investor Group a 24% equity stake in Alpine Racing Ltd, the renowned Formula 1 team representing Alpine’s F1 activities and…
Euronext sells 11.1% stake in LCH SA to LCH Group Holdings Limited
PARIS: Euronext, the leading pan-European market infrastructure, today announces it has entered into a definitive agreement for the sale of its 11.1% stake in LCH SA to LCH Group Holdings Limited (LCH Group), for an amount of €111 million. The completion of the transaction is expected to occur in early July 2023. The relevant authorities…