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Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Bekaert - Update on the Share Buyback Program and Liquidity Agreement
Update on the Share Buyback Program and the Liquidity Agreement Period from 15 May 2025 to 21 May 2025 Share Buyback ProgramOn 28 February 2025, Bekaert announced the start of the next tranche of its share buyback program, for a total maximum consideration of up to € 25 million. As announced previously, the purpose of the Program is to cancel all shares repurchased. Bekaert announces today that during the period from 15 May 2025 to 21 May 2025, Kepler Cheuvreux SA on behalf of Bekaert has bought 59 000 shares. The table below provides an overview of the transactions under the Program during the period from 15 May 2025 to 21 May 2025: Repurchase of shares Date Market Number of Shares Average Price paid (€) Highest Price paid (€) Lowest Price paid (€) Total Amount (€) 15 May 2025 Euronext Brussels — MTF CBOE — MTF Turquoise — MTF Aquis — 16 May 2025 Euronext Brussels 7 500 33.91 34.10 33.70 254 325 MTF CBOE 5 500 33.91 34.10 33.75 186 505 MTF Turquoise 1 000 33.92 34.10 33.80 33 920 MTF Aquis 1 000 33.93 34.10 33.75 33 930 19 May 2025 Euronext Brussels 7 500 34.17 34.40 33.85 256 275 MTF CBOE 5 000 34.16 34.35 33.85 170 800 MTF Turquoise 1 200 34.20 34.30 34.10 41 040 MTF Aquis 1 300 34.14 34.30 33.85 44 382 20 May 2025 Euronext Brussels 7 500 34.27 34.60 33.70 257 025 MTF CBOE 5 000 34.24 34.60 33.80 171 200 MTF Turquoise 1 200 34.25 34.55 33.80 41 100 MTF Aquis 1 300 34.22 34.55 33.80 44 486 21 May 2025 Euronext Brussels 8 000 34.54 34.95 34.00 276 320 MTF CBOE 5 500 34.55 34.95 34.00 190 025 MTF Turquoise — — — MTF Aquis 500 34.72 34.90 34.60 17 360 Total 59 000 34.22 34.95 33.70 2 018 693 Liquidity agreementIn relation to the renewed liquidity agreement with Kepler Cheuvreux announced on 25 June 2024, Bekaert announces today that Kepler Cheuvreux on behalf of Bekaert has bought 5 700 shares during the period from 15 May 2025 to 21 May 2025 on Euronext Brussels. During the same period, Kepler Cheuvreux on behalf of Bekaert has sold 2 930 shares on Euronext Brussels. The tables below provide an overview of the transactions under the liquidity agreement during the period from 15 May 2025 to 21 May 2025: Purchase of shares Date Number of Shares Average Price (€) Highest Price (€) Lowest Price (€) Total Amount (€) 15 May 2025 2 000 35.00 35.40 34.80 70 000 16 May 2025 1 700 33.91 34.00 33.70 57 647 19 May 2025 1 000 34.02 34.20 33.80 34 020 20 May 2025 800 34.03 34.20 33.80 27 224 21 May 2025 200 34.00 34.00 34.00 6 800 Total 5 700 195 691 Sale of shares Date Number of Shares Average Price (€) Highest Price (€) Lowest Price (€) Total Amount (€) 15 May 2025 0 0.00 0.00 0.00 0 16 May 2025 0 0.00 0.00 0.00 0 19 May 2025 1 300 34.20 34.40 34.00 44 460 20 May 2025 1 000 34.54 34.60 34.40 34 540 21 May 2025 630 34.65 35.00 34.50 21 830 Total 2 930 100 830 The balance held by Bekaert under the liquidity agreement at the end of the period is 35 837 shares. On 21 May 2025 after closing of the market, Bekaert holds 3 298 104 own shares, or 6.08% of the total number of the outstanding shares. This information is also made available on the investor relations pages of our website. Attachment p250523E - Bekaert - Update on the Share Buyback Program and the Liquidity Agreement
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
KCx Integrates Proprietary Data into FlexTrade's AI Assistant, FlxAI
New workflow, presented at TradeTech Europe in Paris, enables mutual clients seamless access to KCx analytics data through natural language queries in FlxAI, paving the way for future agent-to-agent communication LONDON, May 12, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--FlexTrade Systems, a global leader in multi-asset execution and order management systems, and Kepler Cheuvreux, a leading independent European financial services company through its KCx execution services, today announced the availability of KCx's sophisticated analytical suite directly from FlexTrade's AI assistant, FlxAI, to deliver intelligent, high-value insights into client workflows. With rapid advancements in AI, large language models are reshaping how financial firms interact with data. Trading desks are increasingly embracing conversational AI to streamline decision-making and extract actionable insights faster than ever before. In response to market drivers, the new workflow has been developed as part of a collaborative initiative between KCx's and FlexTrade's teams. Through the new collaboration, users of FlxAI, which is seamlessly embedded in FlexTrade's FlexONE OEMS and FlexTRADER EMS solutions, can actively query KCx liquidity drivers through natural language commands, such as "What's the anticipated closing volume according to KCx?" or "What does KCx think the volatility will be today?" FlxAI translates these requests into API commands, which are passed to KCx. KCx then returns the result, derived from vast streams of structured data — timestamps, prices, venues, order types — which FlxAI translates and presents to the end user within the order blotter as rich, human-readable narratives. These narratives explain factors such as slippage drivers, venue performance, and hidden cost patterns. Additionally, using AI, KCx's analytics continuously learns from evolving market conditions, transforming the analytics feedback in real-time. Further development from KCx will see their own AI chat agent launch, delivering additional proprietary data points and working order content to users directly. Through agent-to-agent communication, FlxAI will extend to this AI agent to provide answers to user questions determined to be directed to KCx. Chris McConville, Global Head of Execution Services and Trading at KCx said: "Built on the foundation of our robust API Analytical Suite offering, this workflow integration represents a major step forward. KCx is introducing this new capability through FlexTrade, which aligns with our mission to provide accessible, high-value insights directly into our clients' workflows. Rather than only focusing on AI-driven execution algorithms, our priority is to enhance workflow efficiency — improving decision support, reducing manual processes, and simplifying interactions with complex data. This enables traders and portfolio managers to focus on more strategic, high-value tasks." Andy Mahoney, Managing Director, EMEA at FlexTrade, stated: "Our existing integration with KCx's analytic suite has proved popular with clients looking to source high-quality, adaptive market intelligence. Integrating the KCx data source into FlxAI was a natural step to extend the coverage to third-party data, which is relevant, useful, and timely to users. As the sell-side finds new and unique ways to deliver content to clients, we aim to provide a seamless interface to access all services available. With FlxAI, connected to an abundance of data sources and other AI agents, this will ensure interaction is completely natural." Anvar Karimson, Chief Technology Officer, Kepler Cheuvreux, noted: "This innovative integration marks a significant technological advancement in delivering intelligence when traders need it most. By connecting KCx analytics with FlxAI, we're transforming how insights flow through decision workflows. Natural language interaction elegantly removes barriers between complex analysis and trading decisions. This reflects our core belief that sophisticated technology should feel intuitive while enhancing how clients interact with markets." KCx and FlexTrade will demonstrate this innovation at TradeTech Europe, May 13 - 15. The FlexTrade team will be in Track C during the roundtable sessions at the Buy-Side Innovation Day on May 13. Additionally, the innovation will be showcased at Booth 36 with the FlexTrade team or Booth 58 with the KCx team during the Main Conference on May 14 and 15. About Kepler Cheuvreux: Kepler Cheuvreux is a leading independent European financial services company that specialises in Research, Execution (KCx), Fixed Income and Credit, Structured Solutions, Corporate Finance, and Asset Management. The group employs around 600 people and is present in 14 major financial centres in Europe, the US, and the Middle East: Amsterdam, Brussels, Dubai, Frankfurt, Geneva, London, Madrid, Milan, New York, Oslo, Paris, Stockholm, Vienna, and Zurich. About FlexTrade: FlexTrade Systems provides customized multi-asset execution and order management trading solutions for buy- and sell-side financial institutions. Through deep client partnerships with some of the world's largest, most complex, and demanding capital markets firms, we develop the flexible tools, technology, and innovation that give our clients a competitive edge. Our globally distributed engineering teams focus on adaptable technology and open architecture to develop highly sophisticated trading solutions that can automate and scale with your business strategies. View source version on Contacts Iain O: +44 20 3757 9311 Error 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
Bloomberg
29-04-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Bob Diamond's Atlas Merchant Plots Multi-Asset Continuation Fund
Bob Diamond's Atlas Merchant Capital is exploring transferring holdings from its debut fund into a continuation vehicle, according to people with knowledge of the matter. New York-based Atlas Merchant Capital is discussing moving its investments in companies including European financial services firm Kepler Cheuvreux, broker-dealer South Street Securities and UK adviser Panmure Liberum, said the people, who asked not to be identified discussing private information. The effort is at an early stage and no final decisions have been made, one of the people cautioned.
Zawya
22-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Kepler Cheuvreux strengthens its presence in the UAE with the appointment of Paul Eid as SEO Kepler Cheuvreux DIFC branch
Dubai: Kepler Cheuvreux is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Eid as Senior Executive Officer (SEO) of its Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Branch. Paul brings over 22 years of experience in financial markets and investment banking, with a strong track record across the GCC, the United States, and Europe. He has held senior leadership roles at major global institutions, including Head of Sales & Trading at Société Générale in New York and Chief Executive Officer of Newedge's Middle East operations in the DIFC. He succeeds Claudio Villa, who played a key role in establishing Kepler Cheuvreux's presence in Dubai and across the Gulf region. Paul's broad expertise spans equities, fixed income, and derivatives, combined with a proven ability to drive strategic growth in dynamic markets. He holds a master's degree in finance and has pursued executive education at HEC and holds a Board Director Certificate from Sciences Po Paris and Ecoda Brussels. He is fluent in French, English, Arabic, and Spanish. This appointment reflects Kepler Cheuvreux's strategic ambition to expand its presence in the UAE and to further strengthen its activities across the Gulf region, leveraging the DIFC's status as a leading international financial hub. About Kepler Cheuvreux Kepler Cheuvreux is a leading independent European financial services company that specialises in Research, Execution, Fixed Income and Credit, Structured Solutions, Corporate Finance, and Asset Management. The group employs around 600 people and is present in 14 major financial centres in Europe, the US, and the Middle East: Amsterdam, Brussels, Dubai (DIFC), Frankfurt, Geneva, London, Madrid, Milan, New York, Oslo, Paris, Stockholm, Vienna, and Zurich. Group key figures: 1st independent European equity broker. 1st Equity Research coverage in Continental Europe. 1st Country Broker and Research (Extel 2024). 14 major financial centres in Europe, the US, and the Middle East. 600 employees. 1,300 institutional clients.
Iraqi News
18-04-2025
- Business
- Iraqi News
Swiss watch exports to US soared ahead of Trump tariffs
Zurich – Swiss watch exports to the key US market soared nearly 14 percent in March, likely the result of retailers stocking up before US President Donald Trump announced his tariffs on countries worldwide. Analysts have warned that Switzerland's storied watchmaking industry could be among the hardest hit by the 31-percent import levies for Swiss goods announced in early April — though they have since been paused for 90 days. But a baseline 10-percent tariff on all US imports still took effect on April 5. In March, Swiss watch exports to the United States jumped 13.7 percent compared to a year earlier, rebounding after a 6.7 percent drop the previous month, the country's watchmakers' federation said. That helped exports overall edge up 1.5 percent to 2.38 billion francs ($2.9 billion). 'We believe the 14-percent increase in US exports is significantly inflated by the tariff chaos, as earlier shipments overseas had already begun weeks ago,' said Vontobel analyst Jean-Philippe Bertschy. The United States has been the biggest market for Swiss watches since 2021, overtaking Hong Kong and China, which had long been the top markets for the industry. 'The US exports probably reflect Swiss producers pushing product and US retailers pulling ahead of US tariffs in April,' said Jon Cox, an analyst at Kepler Cheuvreux. But he warned that 'every indication out there points to a slowdown in the US market'.
