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Yahoo
21 minutes ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Syensqo launches the fourth tranche of its Share Buyback Program
Syensqo launches the fourth tranche of its Share Buyback Program Brussels, Belgium – July 31, 2025 - 07:10 CET SYENSQO SA (the 'Company') announces today that pursuant to its Share Buyback Program (the 'Program') announced on September 30, 2024, covering up to €300 million, the Company launches the fourth tranche of this Program. This tranche of the Program will start on July 31, 2025 and will run until November 15 2025 at the latest, and will cover a maximum amount of up to € 50 million. It will be implemented under the conditions set out in the authorization granted by the Extraordinary Shareholders' Meeting of the Company on December 8, 2023 and carried out by a financial intermediary in compliance with applicable rules and regulations. The Company intends to cancel all shares acquired through this fourth tranche. Contacts Investors & Analysts Media Sherief Bakr +44 7920 575 989 Perrine Marchal +32 478 32 62 72 Bisser Alexandrov +33 607 635 280 Laetitia Schreiber +32 487 74 38 07 Loïc Flament +32 478 69 74 20 Robbin Moore-Randolph +1 470 493 2433 Safe harborThis press release may contain forward-looking information. Forward-looking statements describe expectations, plans, strategies, goals, future events or intentions. The achievement of forward-looking statements contained in this press release is subject to risks and uncertainties relating to a number of factors, including general economic factors, interest rate and foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations, changing market conditions, product competition, the nature of product development, impact of acquisitions and divestitures, restructurings, products withdrawals, regulatory approval processes, all-in scenario of R&I projects and other unusual items. Consequently, actual results or future events may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Should known or unknown risks or uncertainties materialize, or should our assumptions prove inaccurate, actual results could vary materially from those anticipated. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements. About Syensqo Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity. Useful links Earnings materials Strategy Share information Credit information Separation documents Webcasts, podcasts and presentations Annual Integrated Report Subscribe to our distribution list Attachment 20250731_Share_Buyback_Start4_ENError in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Associated Press
7 hours ago
- Business
- Associated Press
WELLS FARGO (WFC) ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating Wells Fargo on Behalf of Long-Term Stockholders and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm
Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Litigation Partner Brandon Walker Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In Wells Fargo (NYSE: WFC) To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options If you are a long-term stockholder in Wells Fargo between February 24, 2021 to June 9, 2022 and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Bragar Eagel & Squire partner Brandon Walker or Marion Passmore directly at (212) 355-4648. NEW YORK, July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized shareholder rights law firm, is investigating potential claims against Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) on behalf of long-term stockholders following a class action complaint that was filed against Wells Fargo on June 28, 2022 with a Class Period from February 24, 2021 to June 9, 2022. Our investigation concerns whether the board of directors of Wells Fargo have breached their fiduciary duties to the company. In 2020, Wells Fargo expanded its so-called 'Diverse Search Requirement,' also referred to as a diverse slate hiring policy, requiring that at least 50% of interview candidates must represent a historically underrepresented group with respect to at least one diversity dimension (including race/ethnicity, gender, LGBTQ, veterans, and people with disabilities) for most posted roles in the U.S. with total direct compensation greater than $100,000 per year. In addition, at least one interviewer on the hiring panel must represent a historically underrepresented group with respect to at least one diversity dimension. On May 19, 2022, the New York Times published an article entitled 'At Wells Fargo, a Quest to Increase Diversity Leads to Fake Job Interviews.' Citing discussions with 'seven current and former Wells Fargo employees,' including Joe Bruno, a former executive in the Company's wealth management division, the article reported, in relevant part, that '[f]or many open positions, employees would interview a 'diverse' candidate,' but that 'often, the so-called diverse candidate would be interviewed for a job that had already been promised to someone else.' The article further reported that Mr. Bruno was fired after 'complain[ing] to his bosses' about the practice. On this news, Wells Fargo's common stock price fell $-.44 per share, or 1.04%, over two trading sessions, closing at $41.67 per share on May 20, 2022. On June 6, 2022, Reuters published an article entitled 'Wells Fargo Pauses Diverse Slate Hiring Policy after Reports of Fake Job Interviews.' The article reported that 'Wells Fargo… is pausing a hiring policy that requires recruiters to interview a diverse pool of candidates, after the New York Times reported such interviews were often fake and conducted even though the job had already been promised to someone else.' The same article also reported that '[t]he bank also plans to conduct a review of its diverse slate guidelines, Chief Executive Officer Charles Scharf told staff on Monday, according to a memo seen by Reuters.' Then, on June 9, 2022, the New York Times published an article entitled 'Federal Prosecutors Open Criminal Inquiry of Wells Fargo's Hiring Practices.' The article reported that federal prosecutors are investigating whether Wells Fargo violated federal laws by conducting fake job interviews in order to meet the Company's Diverse Search Requirement. The article also revealed that, since the New York Times ' May 19, 2022 article focusing on the bank's wealth management business, 'another 10 current and former employees have shared stories about how they were subject to fake interviews, or conducted them, or saw paperwork documenting the practice,' and that 'sham interviews occurred across multiple business lines, including its mortgage servicing, home lending and retail banking operations.' That same day, Wells Fargo issued a press release entitled 'Wells Fargo Response to New York Times Article,' which confirmed that '[e]arlier this week, the [C]ompany temporarily paused the use of its diverse slate guidelines,' and that, '[d]uring this pause, the [C]ompany is conducting a review so that hiring managers, senior leaders and recruiters fully understand how the guidelines should be implemented – and so we have confidence that our guidelines live up to their promise.' Following these disclosures, Wells Fargo's common stock price fell $3.68 per share, or 8.62%, over the following two trading sessions, closing at $38.99 per share on June 13, 2022. The complaint alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and misleading statements regarding the Company's business, operations, and compliance policies. Specifically, Defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Wells Fargo had misrepresented its commitment to diversity in the Company's workplace; (ii) Wells Fargo conducted fake job interviews in order to meet its Diverse Search Requirement; (iii) the foregoing conduct subjected Wells Fargo to an increased risk of regulatory and/or governmental scrutiny and enforcement action, including criminal charges; (iv) all of the foregoing, once revealed, was likely to negatively impact Wells Fargo's reputation; and (v) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times. If you are a long-term stockholder of Wells Fargo, have information, would like to learn more about these claims, or have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to these matters, please contact Brandon Walker or Marion Passmore by email at [email protected], by telephone at (212) 355-4648, or by filling out this contact form. There is no cost or obligation to you. About Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C.: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is a nationally recognized law firm with offices in New York and California. The firm represents individual and institutional investors in commercial, securities, derivative, and other complex litigation in state and federal courts across the country. For more information about the firm, please visit Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes. Follow us for updates on LinkedIn, X, and Facebook, and keep up with other news by following Brandon Walker, Esq. on LinkedIn and X. Contact Information: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Brandon Walker, Esq. Marion Passmore, Esq. (212) 355-4648 [email protected]
Yahoo
14 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Taiwan, South Korea, and the U.S. Lead, AI-Enhanced Robotic Systems Transforming Wafer Handling and Inspection
The global Semiconductor Robotic Automation Market is set to grow from USD 11.3 billion in 2024 to USD 22.2 billion by 2032, with a CAGR of 8.8%. Growth is driven by Industry 4.0, AI, and the need for precision in chip manufacturing. Challenges include high costs and integration, but incentives like the U.S. CHIPS Act are boosting development. The market report provides in-depth analysis, trends, competitive landscape, and forecasts, offering strategic insights for investors and companies in the semiconductor sector. Key opportunities and barriers are identified for stakeholders aiming to leverage this expanding market. Semiconductor Robotic Automation Market Dublin, July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Semiconductor Robotic Automation Market Outlook 2025-2034: Market Share, and Growth Analysis By Product Type (Industrial Robots, Collaborative Robots, Automated Guided Vehicles), By Application, By End User, By Technology" report has been added to global Semiconductor Robotic Automation Market size is valued at USD 11.3 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 22.2 billion by 2032, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.8% over the forecast period. The semiconductor robotic automation market is surging as manufacturers increasingly rely on robotics to achieve ultra-precise wafer handling, packaging, and testing across semiconductor fabs. The trend is powered by Industry 4.0 adoption, AI and machine-learning-enhanced vision systems, and demand for contamination-free, high-throughput environments. Major semiconductor hubs such as Taiwan, South Korea, the U.S., and China are deploying advanced robotic arms and collaborative solutions to support chip miniaturization trends and the proliferation of 5G, IoT, EVs, and AI-focused chips. Key players have made strides in integrated automation platforms offering predictive maintenance, edge computing, and end-to-end process orchestration. However, the high initial capex, integration hurdles with legacy equipment, and a skilled workforce shortage remain pressing obstacles. Governments are bolstering domestic chip capacity through incentives under acts like the U.S. CHIPS Act and analogous policies in Asia, reinforcing the drive toward full fab automation. The market continues evolving through software-centric enhancements, robotics-fab collaboration, and strategic alliances that aim to improve flexibility, reduce downtime, and ensure quality in next-generation semiconductor manufacturing. Key Insights Increasing precision and throughput needs, driven by chip miniaturization and complex packaging, have led to widespread deployment of AI-enabled robotic systems capable of ultra-clean wafer handling and defect inspection, aided by advanced vision sensors and machine-learning capabilities. The shift toward Industry 4.0 frameworks encourages adoption of collaborative robotics, edge analytics, and predictive maintenance, enabling fabs to reduce downtime and optimize workflows, while addressing labor shortages and operational efficiency. Initial capital costs, integration complexities with legacy infrastructure, and a shortage of skilled robotics operators pose significant barriers that slow deployment across smaller fabs, though trend is accelerating. Companies are responding with integrated automation platforms, strategic partnerships, and domain-specific solutions - from wafer-handling to testing - that enhance adaptability, data integration, and process consistency in fab environments. Government incentives such as the U.S. CHIPS Act and similar national semiconductor strategies are catalyzing automation investment, aiming to secure supply chains, elevate domestic production, and deepen collaboration between robotics firms and fab operators. What's Included in the Report Global Semiconductor Robotic Automation market size and growth projections, 2024- 2034 North America Semiconductor Robotic Automation market size and growth forecasts, 2024- 2034 (United States, Canada, Mexico) Europe market size and growth forecasts, 2024- 2034 (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain) Asia-Pacific Semiconductor Robotic Automation market size and growth forecasts, 2024- 2034 (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia) Middle East Africa Semiconductor Robotic Automation market size and growth estimate, 2024- 2034 (Middle East, Africa) South and Central America Semiconductor Robotic Automation market size and growth outlook, 2024- 2034 (Brazil, Argentina, Chile) Semiconductor Robotic Automation market size, share and CAGR of key products, applications, and other verticals, 2024- 2034 Short- and long-term Semiconductor Robotic Automation market trends, drivers, challenges, and opportunities Semiconductor Robotic Automation market insights, Porter's Five Forces analysis Profiles of 5 leading companies in the industry- overview, key strategies, financials, product portfolio and SWOT analysis Latest market news and developments Key Attributes: Report Attribute Details No. of Pages 150 Forecast Period 2024 - 2032 Estimated Market Value (USD) in 2024 $11.3 Billion Forecasted Market Value (USD) by 2032 $22.2 Billion Compound Annual Growth Rate 8.8% Regions Covered Global Companies Featured Yaskawa Electric Corporation FANUC Corporation ABB Ltd KUKA AG NACHI-FUJIKOSHI Corp. Epson Robotics Staubli Robotics Techman Robot Inc. Denso Robotics HIWIN Technologies Corp. Robostar Co., Ltd. ULVAC, Inc. Rorze Corporation JEL Corporation Brooks Automation (now part of ATS Corporation) For more information about this report visit About is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends. Attachment Semiconductor Robotic Automation Market CONTACT: CONTACT: Laura Wood,Senior Press Manager press@ For E.S.T Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470 For U.S./ CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900
Globe and Mail
16 hours ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Do Options Traders Know Something About PACCAR Stock We Don't?
Investors in PACCAR Inc PCAR need to pay close attention to the stock based on moves in the options market lately. That is because the Jan 16, 2025 $50.00 Call had some of the highest implied volatility of all equity options today. What is Implied Volatility? Implied volatility shows how much movement the market is expecting in the future. Options with high levels of implied volatility suggest that investors in the underlying stocks are expecting a big move in one direction or the other. It could also mean there is an event coming up soon that may cause a big rally or a huge sell off. However, implied volatility is only one piece of the puzzle when putting together an options trading strategy. What do the Analysts Think? Clearly, options traders are pricing in a big move for PACCAR, but what is the fundamental picture for the company? Currently, PACCAR is a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell) in the Automotive - Domesticindustry that ranks in the Bottom 38% of our Zacks Industry Rank. Over the last 60days, no analyst has increased his estimate for the current quarter, while five have revised their estimate downwards. The net effect has taken our Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current quarter to move from $1.40 per share to $1.19 in the same time period. Given the way analysts feel about PACCAR now, this huge implied volatility could mean there's a trade developing. Often times, options traders look for options with high levels of implied volatility to sell premium. This is a strategy many seasoned traders use because it captures decay. At expiration, the hope for these traders is that the underlying stock does not move as much as originally expected. Looking to Trade Options? Check out the simple yet high-powered approach that Zacks Executive VP Kevin Matras has used to close recent double and triple-digit winners. In addition to impressive profit potential, these trades can actually reduce your risk. Click to see the trades now >> #1 Semiconductor Stock to Buy (Not NVDA) The incredible demand for data is fueling the market's next digital gold rush. As data centers continue to be built and constantly upgraded, the companies that provide the hardware for these behemoths will become the NVIDIAs of tomorrow. One under-the-radar chipmaker is uniquely positioned to take advantage of the next growth stage of this market. It specializes in semiconductor products that titans like NVIDIA don't build. It's just beginning to enter the spotlight, which is exactly where you want to be. See This Stock Now for Free >> Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report PACCAR Inc. (PCAR): Free Stock Analysis Report
Bloomberg
17 hours ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
Treasuries Extend Losses as US Economic Activity Rebounds
Treasuries fell after fresh data showed US economic growth strengthened in the three months ending in June. Yields extended a climb from earlier in the session following the report on second-quarter gross domestic product, with the rate on the benchmark 10-year note gaining about three basis points to trade at 4.35%.
