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Yahoo
15 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Flow Capital Announces Early Repayment of Investment in a Sleep Wellness Company
TORONTO, Aug. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flow Capital Corp. (TSXV:FW) ('Flow Capital' or the 'Company'), a leading provider of flexible growth capital and alternative debt solutions, is pleased to announce a successful early repayment of principal with prepayment fees, totalling $1.76 million, on its debt investment in a female founder-led B2C company within the sleep wellness sector. The early repayment underscores the borrower's strong performance and delivers Flow Capital an accelerated return on its investment. Flow Capital retains an equity position in the business and extends its congratulations to the company, wishing it continued success in the years ahead. The capital returned from this investment will be reinvested into new opportunities, allowing Flow Capital to keep supporting more founders of high-growth companies. All growing companies seeking minimally dilutive, covenant-light growth capital are invited to apply for funding directly at About Flow Capital Flow Capital Corp. is a publicly listed provider of flexible growth and alternative capital solutions dedicated to supporting market-leading high-growth companies. Since its inception in 2018, the company has provided financing to businesses in the US, the UK, and Canada, helping them achieve accelerated growth while minimizing dilution and retaining founder control. Flow Capital focuses on revenue-generating, VC-backed, and founder-owned companies seeking growth capital to drive their continued expansion. To learn more, please visit For further information, please contact: Flow Capital Corp. Alex BalutaChief Executive Officeralex@ 47 Colborne Street, Suite 303,Toronto, Ontario M5E 1P8 Forward-Looking Information and Statements Certain statements herein may be 'forward-looking' statements that involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance, or achievements of Flow or the industry to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties, should not be read as guarantees of future performance or results, and will not necessarily be accurate indications of whether such results will be achieved. A number of factors could cause actual results to vary significantly from the results discussed in the forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements reflect current assumptions and expectations regarding future events and operating performance and are made as of the date hereof. Flow assumes no obligation, except as required by law, to update any forward-looking statements to reflect new events or while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Klaviyo Announces Launch of Proposed Secondary Offering of Series A Common Stock
BOSTON, August 13, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Klaviyo, Inc. (the "Company") (NYSE: KVYO), the only CRM built for B2C brands, today announced the commencement of an underwritten public offering (the "offering") of 6,500,000 shares of its Series A common stock, par value $0.001 per share (the "Series A Common Stock"), by entities affiliated with Summit Partners, L.P. (the "Selling Stockholders"). The Selling Stockholders also expect to grant the underwriter a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 975,000 shares of Series A Common Stock. The Company will not receive any proceeds from the sale of the shares being offered by the Selling Stockholders. The offering is subject to market and other conditions, and there can be no assurance as to whether or when the offering may be completed or as to the actual size or terms of the offering. Barclays is acting as the underwriter for the offering. The underwriter may offer the shares of Series A Common Stock from time to time in one or more transactions on the New York Stock Exchange, in the over-the-counter market, through negotiated transactions or otherwise at market prices prevailing at the time of sale, at prices related to prevailing market prices or at negotiated prices. A registration statement on Form S-3 relating to the shares of Series A Common Stock was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on February 19, 2025 and became effective upon filing. The offering will be made only by means of a prospectus supplement and an accompanying prospectus. A copy of these documents may be obtained, when available, by visiting the SEC's website at or by contacting Barclays Capital Inc., c/o Broadridge Financial Solutions, 1155 Long Island Avenue, Edgewood, NY 11717, by phone 1-888-603-5847, or by email: barclaysprospectus@ This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy these securities, nor shall there be any offer or sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction. About Klaviyo Klaviyo (NYSE: KVYO) is the only CRM built for B2C brands. Powered by its built-in data platform and AI insights, Klaviyo combines marketing automation, analytics, and customer service into one unified solution, making it easy for businesses to know their customers and grow faster. Klaviyo (CLAY-vee-oh) helps relationship-driven brands like Mattel, Glossier, CorePower Yoga, Daily Harvest and 176,000+ others deliver 1:1 experiences at scale, improve efficiency, and drive revenue. Forward-Looking Statements This press release includes certain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including among other things, statements concerning the completion of the offering. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, plans, intentions, expectations, strategies and prospects and other statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts and statements identified by words such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes," "seeks," "estimates" or words of similar meaning. These forward-looking statements reflect our current views about our plans, intentions, expectations, strategies and prospects, which are based on the information currently available to us and on assumptions we have made. Although we believe that our plans, intentions, expectations, strategies and prospects as reflected in or suggested by those forward-looking statements are reasonable, we can give no assurance that the plans, intentions, expectations, strategies or prospects will be attained or achieved. Furthermore, actual results may differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements and will be affected by a variety of risks and factors that are beyond our control, including, without limitation, market risks and uncertainties and the satisfaction of customary closing conditions for an offering of securities, and other risks set forth under the caption "Risk Factors" in the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, the preliminary prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus related to the offering and in subsequent filings made by the Company with the SEC. We assume no obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained in this document as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. View source version on Contacts Source: Klaviyo, IR Press Amy Hufftpress@ Investor Relations Andrew Zilliir@
Yahoo
07-08-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Zalando SE (ZLDSF) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Highlights: Strong Revenue Growth Amidst Challenging ...
GMV Growth: 6.2% in H1 2025; 5% in Q2 2025, reaching EUR4.1 billion. Revenue Growth: 7.6% in H1 2025; 7.3% in Q2 2025, totaling EUR2.8 billion. Adjusted EBIT: EUR232 million in H1 2025 with a margin of 4.4%; EUR186 million in Q2 2025 with a margin of 6.5%. B2C Revenue Growth: 6.8% in Q2 2025; 7.2% in H1 2025. B2B Revenue Growth: 12.2% in Q2 2025; 11.9% in H1 2025. Active Customers: 52.9 million by end of Q2 2025, a 6.1% increase year-on-year. Zalando Marketing Services Revenue Growth: 45% year-over-year in H1 2025. Cash and Cash Equivalents: EUR2.2 billion at the end of H1 2025. Net Working Capital: Negative EUR108 million in Q2 2025. Full Year 2025 Guidance: GMV growth of 12% to 15%; Revenue growth of 14% to 17%; Adjusted EBIT between EUR550 million to EUR600 million. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 5 Warning Signs with ZLDSF. Release Date: August 06, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Positive Points Zalando SE (ZLDSF) achieved a strong GMV growth of 6.2% and revenue growth of 7.6% year-on-year in the first half of 2025. The company's adjusted EBIT reached EUR232 million, representing a margin of 4.4%, an improvement of 0.3 percentage points year-on-year. Zalando SE (ZLDSF) launched a new AI-powered discovery feed in its app, enhancing user engagement with personalized content. The B2B segment maintained double-digit growth, driven by ZEOS fulfillment and the launch of the ZEOS Shopify application. The acquisition of a 91.5% stake in ABOUT YOU is expected to create significant synergies, with an anticipated group EBIT synergy of around EUR100 million per annum from 2029 onwards. Negative Points The company faces a fast-changing geopolitical and macroeconomic environment, which poses challenges to its growth trajectory. Gross margin decreased slightly year-over-year by 0.8 percentage points to 40.8%, impacted by business mix effects and strategic growth investments. The integration of ABOUT YOU is expected to incur front-loaded integration costs, which may impact short-term profitability. Consumer demand remains muted, with continued price sensitivity affecting the market environment. Inventory levels increased, reflecting preparations for the upcoming autumn/winter season and strategic expansion into other lifestyle areas, which could pose risks if demand does not meet expectations. Q & A Highlights Q: Can you deconstruct the implied EBIT contribution from ABOUT YOU within your adjusted EBIT guidance for the full year? Also, explain the drivers of gross margin movements in Q2. A: David Schroeder, Co-CEO, explained that ABOUT YOU is on track to improve profitability, having reached breakeven on an EBITDA basis last year. The EBIT contribution is neutral to the group's absolute EBIT. Regarding gross margin, the decline was due to exceptional sell-through in the prior year, seasonality shifts, and mix effects, including strong growth in B2B and the lounge, which have lower margins. Q: With the combined guidance now at 4% to 7% growth, what does this imply for the Zalando B2C business, especially given muted consumer demand? A: David Schroeder noted that the combined guidance reflects year-to-date performance, with expectations of mid-single-digit growth in H2. The previous range of 4% to 9% was adjusted as 9% growth in H2 seemed less likely. Inventory levels are healthy, and the company is well-positioned to cater to current consumer demand. Q: What are the key drivers of the underlying profitability improvement, given the slightly lower growth expectation for this year? A: David Schroeder highlighted three factors: strong H1 EBIT improvements, expected OpEx gains in H2, and early synergies from the ABOUT YOU acquisition. These factors contribute to the upgraded EBIT target for the year. Q: How is the current trading environment, specifically for July, and what is the outlook for gross margin in H2? A: David Schroeder stated that Q3 is expected to continue the mid-single-digit growth trend seen in Q2. The gross margin is expected to remain stable, excluding one-time loyalty effects and business mix impacts, despite a strong baseline from the previous year. Q: What is the outlook for midterm GMV growth, and how does ZMS growth impact margins? A: Robert Gentz explained that midterm growth will come from both active customer growth and expansion into lifestyle propositions. David Schroeder added that ZMS is a key contributor to margin improvement, although its impact was offset by other mix effects and strategic growth investments. Q: Can you provide more details on the synergy delivery timeline and potential acceleration? A: David Schroeder mentioned that logistics cost synergies are back-end loaded due to existing contracts. The company is exploring ways to accelerate synergies, but the current timeline reflects the best estimate for realizing these benefits. Q: Are there any assumptions of improvement in the German consumer situation for maintaining mid-single-digit GMV trends? A: Robert Gentz stated that no improvements in consumer trends are assumed. The focus is on strategic initiatives like loyalty programs and content innovation to drive growth. Q: How does the loyalty program affect future costs, and what is the outlook for marketing cost ratios? A: David Schroeder explained that the loyalty program requires customers to re-earn their status every 12 months, ensuring continued engagement. Marketing cost ratios are expected to decrease over time, contributing to higher EBIT margins as the business grows more organically. For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Zawya
05-08-2025
- Business
- Zawya
AJEX expands B2C delivery services to Qatar, Oman, Kuwait
AJEX Logistics Services, a specialist in e-commerce distribution and logistics solutions, has announced the expansion of its B2C Full Mile and Last Mile delivery services to Qatar, Oman, and Kuwait. The company's ongoing expansion marks the latest milestone in its mission to provide seamless, end-to-end e-commerce logistics across the region. In response to rising demand, AJEX is now offering a single one-stop-shop for all B2C deliveries across the GCC, providing businesses with convenient, tech-enabled delivery solutions. Customers across the newly added AJEX network in Qatar, Oman, and Kuwait will now benefit from services including cross-border fulfilment, customs clearance, cash-on-delivery (COD), returns, and insurance, tailored to local market needs. Designed to ensure service excellence, all AJEX parcel deliveries are supported by real-time tracking for full visibility and control. E-commerce adoption continues to accelerate across the Middle East, driven by rising digital connectivity, shifting consumer expectations, and strong investment in both digital and logistics infrastructure. According to recent market research, e-commerce sales are projected to grow approximately 11% annually from 2023 to 2027 across the Gulf region, reaching $49.78 billion by 2027, with emerging markets like Kuwait, Oman, and Qatar, and key sectors such as fashion, groceries, and healthcare, anticipated to be major contributors. With its latest expansion, AJEX is fast becoming the preferred logistics provider in the Middle East, trusted by businesses for speed, reliability, and innovation. 'With the expansion of our B2C delivery services into Qatar, Oman, and Kuwait, AJEX is now uniquely positioned to support the entire GCC region with fast, reliable, and customer-centric e-commerce logistics,' said Mohammed Albayati, Group CEO of AJEX Logistics Services. 'As online retail continues to reshape consumer habits, we remain committed to building agile and scalable logistics solutions that meet the needs of retailers and customers alike, while supporting national visions for diversification, digital growth, and regional integration.' This latest expansion underscores strategic role of AJEX in advancing e-commerce enablement across the region—helping businesses grow, consumers connect, and economies thrive through smarter logistics. Copyright 2025 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Fast Company
18-07-2025
- Business
- Fast Company
From seeds to strategy: A CEO's guide to driving AI urgency across the organization
The AI race is on, but many organizations are still stretching at the starting line, unsure how to get their teams moving. They look around and wonder: How fast should we run? What kind of pace do we keep? What's everyone else doing? For Gregg Johnson, CEO of Invoca, an AI-powered revenue execution platform used by leading high-consideration purchase brands in the B2C space, adopting AI across an organization requires clarity, discipline, trust, and a willingness to focus on setting your own pace. 'You're not competing with AI,' Johnson says. 'You're competing with the companies who are using it.' That mindset is driving how he's brought AI urgency to every level of his company, without triggering chaos, confusion, or risk. From experimentation to orchestration, Johnson has led with AI optimism, structure, and monitoring for measurable returns, and that mindset has rippled throughout the entire organization. START WITH CLARITY AND TRUST Subscribe to the Daily newsletter. Fast Company's trending stories delivered to you every day Privacy Policy | Fast Company Newsletters Before launching any AI initiative, Invoca established clear privacy guardrails. 'We started with nuanced rules, but no one could follow them, so we needed a rule everyone could remember,' says Johnson. He knew trust, both inside the company and with customers in regulated industries like finance, insurance, and healthcare, would be essential to scale responsibly. 'So we asked: would you put this data on the website? If yes, it's public. If not, it's confidential, and it stays out of open AI platforms. That's a non-negotiable. That clarity aligned teams quickly. Invoca split tool use accordingly. OpenAI's ChatGPT, Anthropic's Claude, Perplexity, and similar platforms are approved for public data. For anything company-confidential, they use Google's Gemini, since the company already uses the Google Cloud enterprise workplace ecosystem and has vetted its security controls. LET A THOUSAND FLOWERS BLOOM Like many organizations, Invoca's AI journey started with curiosity. When generative AI exploded into public awareness in late 2022, Johnson gave his teams room to experiment. 'Our first phase was all about letting a thousand flowers bloom,' says Johnson. 'We wanted teams to tinker, explore, and learn.' That open stance invited creativity and demystified the technology. But it also revealed where the adoption structure was missing. 'Soon, we realized that enthusiasm wasn't enough,' he says. 'What worked in marketing might also work in finance. But the people doing that work didn't know how to find each other.' So, Johnson moved from permission to pattern recognition. 'My wife loves succulents,' he says. 'They're the kind of plant where you can snip off a piece, move it somewhere new, and it'll thrive.' That became his metaphor for AI's adoption: cross-pollination. If someone in customer success was doing something useful with AI, Invoca's leadership team would spot it and 'transplant' it into other parts of the business. To make this real, Johnson appointed a leader responsible for AI adoption across departments. Their job wasn't to centralize AI efforts, but to act as a connector. 'We weren't looking for a technologist. We were looking for someone curious, connected, and cross-functional—someone who could spot what's working and help it spread.' START WHERE YOU CAN MEASURE One of Johnson's smartest strategies has been to focus AI investment where impact is easiest to prove. 'Marketing is a great place to start,' he says. 'It already has a strong measurement framework. You know your cost per acquisition, your conversion rates. So, when you apply AI, you can see what moves.' advertisement By contrast, areas like engineering or internal comms often lack those metrics. 'That doesn't mean AI isn't helpful there, it just means it's harder to prove ROI,' he adds. 'Before you apply AI to your workflow, ask yourself: How well do I measure this part of the business already?' Because you can't measure performance unless you have a strong baseline. That's more than operational advice, it's strategic scaffolding. 'If you're asking for budget to invest in AI, you need to tie it to business outcomes,' Johnson says. 'Measurement maturity makes that possible.' ALIGN METRICS BEFORE YOU SCALE AI is most powerful when it breaks down silos. At Invoca, Johnson has pushed to create connective tissue between departments, especially those that touch any point of a customer journey. 'Our customers are large consumer brands,' he says. 'A typical buyer purchase in their space might start with an online ad, continue through a website visit, and end with a call to a contact center. But marketing, web, and call center teams often have different KPIs. That makes it hard to improve the holistic buyer journey.' Invoca's technology enables brands to use AI to unify data across those silos. 'We can now help customers analyze conversations that happen in the contact center and feed that intelligence back into ad targeting,' Johnson says. 'So our customer marketing teams no longer fly blind. They use AI to see exactly what's converting, what's not, and have space to ask themselves why.' The result? Invoca customers have seen 20-40% improvements in ad spend efficiency because AI helps them close the loop between lead generation and revenue realization. THE ROLE OF THE CEO: SET THE TONE, THEN GET OUT OF THE WAY AI adoption within an organization doesn't need micromanaging, but it does need leadership. Johnson's approach: Be vocal, be visible, and lead with your values. He regularly speaks to employees about why AI matters not just to the company, but to their careers. 'If you want to stay competitive, you need to learn this stuff,' he tells them. 'It's not here to replace you. It's here to level you up.' He also leans on cultural optimism. 'I believe most people want to do the right thing. But they're also creatures of habit. So when it comes to driving AI urgency, sometimes you have to jostle them just enough to start trying something new.' The lesson? The AI starting gun has already fired. At Invoca, the team isn't just running—they're already out front, and they've set the adoption pace. Urgency doesn't mean chaos. It means alignment, creativity, and trust. And that's exactly what it takes to lead the pack.
