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Business News Wales
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Business News Wales
Memorial Prize Launched at Royal Welsh Show Will 'Nurture Future Broadcasting Talent'
S4C chief executive Geraint Evans and Royal Welsh Agricultural Society Board chair, Professor Wynne Jones A special memorial prize has been launched at the Royal Welsh Show by S4C and the Royal Welsh Agricultural Society (RWAS) dedicated to the memory of the well-known farmer and presenter, Dai Jones Llanilar. A talented singer, renowned farmer and presenter of agricultural and entertainment programmes on radio and TV in Wales for more than 50 years, Dai was a popular and much-loved personality. He died in 2022 at the age of 78. The Dai Jones Llanilar Memorial Prize will give one young person the opportunity to work with multimedia production companies Telesgop (Ffermio) and Slam (Cefn Gwlad/Y Sioe) to develop an original idea into a fully formed item, which will then broadcast on S4C's platforms. Dai Jones, Llanilar. Geraint Evans, S4C chief executive, said: 'At S4C, we were keen to establish a prize in memory of Dai and to mark his invaluable contribution to the world of agriculture and the world of broadcasting in Wales. He really was one of the most talented broadcasters on Welsh television. 'We hope that the prize, dedicated to Dai's legacy, will open the door to the world of broadcasting for young people and will nurture future talent while ensuring that we continue to bring fresh and relevant content from the agricultural world in Wales to S4C.' Professor Wynne Jones, RWAS Board chair, said: 'The society is eager to have a special award for young people who are enthusiastic about rural issues and the importance of rural Wales. 'Dai's family are very supportive and are proud to see the media and the Royal Welsh Show working together to create this special opportunity for the next generation of presenters and workers in the field. This award will ensure that Dai's legacy continues for years to come.' To compete for the prize, individuals under the age of 30 must submit an idea, relating to the countryside or agriculture, to Telesgop before October 1. Individuals will also be asked to write a few words about themselves and why they think they should be awarded the prize. A shortlist of applicants will then be invited to present their ideas to a panel of representatives from the RWAS, the Young Farmers, the Ffermio and Cefn Gwlad programme teams and S4C. The winner will be announced at this year's Winter Fair in Llanelwedd o November 24 and 25. Applications no longer than one A4 page, outlining an idea for an item related to the countryside and agriculture., must be emailed to: by 11:59pm on October 1.
Powys County Times
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Powys County Times
Dai Jones Llanilar Memorial Prize launched at Royal Welsh
A special memorial prize was launched at the Royal Welsh Show yesterday. The Dai Jones Llanilar Memorial Prize is a collaboration between S4C and the Royal Welsh Agricultural Society. It honours the memory of the late Dai Jones, a much-loved farmer and broadcaster who died in 2022, aged 78. Dai Jones was a prominent figure in Welsh media and agriculture for more than 50 years. The prize will offer a young person the chance to develop and broadcast an original idea with professional production support. Geraint Evans, chief executive of S4C, said: "At S4C, we were keen to establish a prize in memory of Dai, and to mark his invaluable contribution to the world of agriculture and the world of broadcasting in Wales. "He really was one of the most talented broadcasters on Welsh television. "We hope that the prize, dedicated to Dai's legacy, will open the door to the world of broadcasting for young people, and will nurture future talent while ensuring that we continue to bring fresh and relevant content from the agricultural world in Wales to S4C." The winner will work with production companies Telesgop and Slam to turn their idea into a fully developed broadcast segment for S4C. Professor Wynne Jones, chair of the board of the Royal Welsh Agricultural Society, said: "The society is eager to have a special award for young people who are enthusiastic about rural issues and the importance of rural Wales. "Dai's family are very supportive and are proud to see the media and the Royal Welsh Show working together to create this special opportunity for the next generation of presenters and workers in the field. "This award will ensure that Dai's legacy continues for years to come." The competition is open to individuals under the age of 30 who submit an idea related to the countryside or agriculture. Entries must be sent to Telesgop by October 1. Applicants are also asked to include a brief personal statement explaining why they should win. Shortlisted candidates will present their ideas to a panel including representatives from the Royal Welsh Agricultural Society, Young Farmers, and production teams from Ffermio, Cefn Gwlad, and S4C. The winner will be announced at the Winter Fair in Llanelwedd on November 24 and 25. Entries should be no longer than one A4 page and emailed to
Korea Herald
22-07-2025
- Politics
- Korea Herald
China's top envoy optimistic that bilateral public sentiment will improve
Chinese Ambassador Dai Bing expressed confidence Tuesday that recent strains in public sentiment between South Korea and China, particularly among the younger generations, will ease over time, stressing that friendship and cooperation will define the future of bilateral relations. Dai made the remarks during an embassy event promoting youth exchanges, as he addressed the recent rise in anti-China sentiment in Korea, fueled by some far-right conservatives, amid the political turmoil following former President Yoon Suk Yeol's botched martial law imposition in December. "Some say that friendly sentiment between the peoples of the two countries, especially among the youth, is not very strong. I understand that the causes are complex and that it will take time to resolve, but I remain optimistic and confident about this," Dai said through an interpreter in his opening remarks. He also pointed to an increase in tourist visits between the two countries among the younger generations since Beijing introduced a temporary visa waiver program for short-term South Korean travelers in November. "I encourage everyone to actively engage in exchanges and cooperation across various fields between the two countries," he said. "Through these efforts, we hope you will contribute positively to the shared prosperity of China and South Korea and the advancement of our bilateral relations." Dai also voiced concern about the spread of false information and misleading commentaries about China, strongly denying accusations that China interfered in South Korean politics. "In this era of one-person media, false information spreads easily. At times we hear talk of 'China's collapse,' and at other times, 'the China threat' narrative. Even in the Korean media, fake news and misleading commentaries about China are not uncommon," he said. "Accusations that China interfered in South Korea's presidential election are entirely political fabrications." Recalling the recent first phone call between President Lee Jae Myung and Chinese President Xi Jinping, Dai stressed that it marks "a new opportunity" for the development of bilateral ties. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines, Dai said Beijing is "seriously considering" Xi's visit to South Korea for the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, set to take place in the southeastern city of Gyeongju Oct. 31-Nov. 1. "China highly values South Korea's attitude and talks are ongoing regarding (attending) the summit through diplomatic channels," he said. (Yonhap)
Powys County Times
21-07-2025
- General
- Powys County Times
Royal Welsh Show: Paramedic Carys Powell exhibits sheep
A Powys exhibitor is hoping for a good result at this year's Royal Welsh Show as she does the arduous work of developing show worthy sheep while training to be a paramedic. Carys Powell, 25, from Abbey Cwm Hir near Llandrindod Wells is hoping that this year her efforts pay off as she exhibits her Zwartble sheep at the prestigious show. She has done this while also doing the gruelling training required to become a paramedic. 'We are based just up the road form here,' said Carys. 'We started the flock back in 2018. We built that up slowly and this is about our third year showing. We have about six with us. 'I am a farmer's daughter and I am currently training to be a paramedic. I am doing the farming in between the training. I am lucky I have mum and dad, they are a great help. 'We do it as a team really and we have met a lot of lovely people along the way. We just keep coming back. 'It's a bit flexible, I help at weekends when I am home and then I am down Swansea way or wherever I need to be for my course.' Carys' father Dai, was full of pride and said that farming was in the blood. 'We have been farmers all our lives, including my father before me,' said Dai. 'We have lived where we are now for 20 years. I have been on the farm since the early 1960s.' Help support trusted local news Sign up for a digital subscription now: As a digital subscriber you will get Unlimited access to the County Times website Advert-light access Reader rewards Full access to our app The family said that they love the show and enjoy meeting people each year despite only exhibiting for the last three years, with Carys showing her sheep on Monday (July 21) 'It's mainly commercial sheep but at 18 I said I wanted to go into this breed,' said Carys. 'Before this we were just visitors. I'm a life governor, we also do smaller shows but this is the main show that I do. 'I've got a bit of nerves but it is good to have them. There is such a high standard here as well which is such a nice thing because you know you are with the best in the Wales.'
Business Insider
18-07-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
ASML Price Target Slashed by Bernstein Over 2026 Growth Fears
Bernstein analyst David Dai has cut the price target for ASML stock (ASML) from $806 to $743, citing concerns about future growth. The revised price target implies 1.5% downside potential from current levels. Dai also maintained his 'Hold' rating on ASML stock. On July 16, ASML exceeded expectations for both sales and net profit in Q2FY25. However, despite strong demand drivers like artificial intelligence (AI), uncertainty over ASML's growth prospects in 2026 overshadowed the positive results, causing the stock to fall 8.3% yesterday. Elevate Your Investing Strategy: Take advantage of TipRanks Premium at 50% off! Unlock powerful investing tools, advanced data, and expert analyst insights to help you invest with confidence. Make smarter investment decisions with TipRanks' Smart Investor Picks, delivered to your inbox every week. ASML is a Dutch semiconductor company that manufactures advanced semiconductor equipment for chipmakers. The company's CEO, Christophe Fouquet, said that its future potential is marred by macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty. 'Therefore, while we still prepare for growth in 2026, we cannot confirm it at this stage,' he added. This statement was in stark contrast to what the company said in November 2023, when it described 2026 as a growth year for the business. ASML's Orders Are Not as Strong as They Appear The analyst highlighted that ASML reported strong results for the second quarter, with revenue and margin beating estimates. Additionally, the company reiterated its full-year fiscal 2025 guidance, projecting a 15% net sales growth over last year. However, Dai noted that, upon close inspection, the orders are not as strong as they appear. ASML made a EUR 1.4 billion adjustment to its Q2 order backlog of EUR 33 billion, due to what the company refers to as 'customers' response to export controls.' The Q2 transcript mentions that customers have canceled orders worth EUR 1.4 billion in light of the tariffs. This also suggests that there could be further cancellations, as President Donald Trump has yet to finalize a deal with the European Union and recently threatened to impose 30% tariffs on the bloc. Wall Street Is Confused by ASML's Forecasts Other analysts also remain confused by ASML's forecasts. Cantor Fitzgerald analyst C J Muse called the company's update ' very confusing and overall disappointing,' noting that ASML suddenly shifted its 2026 outlook from 'growth year-over-year' to 'while we still prepare for growth in 2026, we cannot confirm it at this stage.' Muse maintained his Buy rating and EUR 800 price target on ASML stock. Meanwhile, UBS raised its price target on ASML from EUR 610 to EUR 660, while maintaining a 'Hold' rating. The firm noted that although ASML lowered its FY26 forecast, UBS does not yet view this as 'sufficient to act as a clearing event.' Is ASML Stock a Buy, Hold, or Sell? ASML stock currently has a Moderate Buy consensus rating on TipRanks, based on two Buys and five Hold ratings. The average ASML price target of $877.75 implies 16.3% upside potential from current levels. Year-to-date, ASML stock has gained 9.3%. It is important to note that these ratings could change as analysts revise their recommendations in light of the Q2 results.
