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Morocco World
9 hours ago
- Business
- Morocco World
Morocco Ranks High in International Student Enrollment, Hosted 22,000 in 2022
Marrakech – A recent Campus France report places Morocco among the top countries in international student mobility, both as a country of origin and destination for foreign students. The North African country now serves as a regional hub for hosting international students in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. According to data from the UNESCO Institute for Statistics (UIS), cited in the latest Campus France report on 'Global Student Mobility,' Morocco hosted 22,000 foreign students in 2022, positioning it as one of the main host countries in the region, after Saudi Arabia (64,000 students), Jordan (39,000), Egypt (24,000), and Iran (23,000). These numbers exclude approximately 220,000 students in the United Arab Emirates, the 9th global destination, due to the absence of data provided to UIS. The Campus France report also examines student mobility to France. The data shows that 'the main countries of origin for foreign students in France in 2023-2024 remain unchanged: Morocco, Algeria, China, Italy, and Senegal.' For the academic year in question, Morocco leads the ranking of countries of origin for foreign nationality students in France with 43,354 nationals, accounting for 10% of the total. Algeria follows with 34,269 (8%), China with 27,123 (6%), Italy with 21,037 (5%), and Senegal completing the top 5 with 16,955 (4%). The report notes that the number of Moroccan students in France decreased in 2023-2024 for the second consecutive year (-4%), yet Morocco maintains its position as the leading country of origin for foreign students in France. In contrast, Algeria experienced a substantial drop in study visas issued in 2024 (-23% compared to 2023), suggesting a decline in Algerian student enrollments in French higher education for 2024-2025. The report offers additional details about Moroccan students in various fields. In business schools, where 15% of foreign students in France enrolled in 2023-2024, Morocco ranks as the 2nd most represented country with 8,403 students (13% of the total), just behind China (9,130, 15%). In engineering schools, the statistics appear even more impressive: '1 in 5 foreign students is Moroccan.' This strong presence – 6,035 students, or 19% of the 32,000 enrolled – firmly places Morocco at the top, far ahead of China (2,630 students, 8%) and Cameroon (2,059 students, 6%). Among foreign doctoral students, Moroccans also appear in the Top 5. Numbering 1,229 in 2023-2024, Moroccan doctoral students rank 4th, behind China (1,806), Italy (1,622), and Lebanon (1,534), and ahead of Algeria (1,090). The report also indicates Morocco's growing importance in worldwide student mobility. With 74,289 students studying abroad in 2022, the country ranks 18th globally, moving up from 21st position in 2017. At the continental level, it stands 2nd behind Nigeria (8th, 112,416) and ahead of Egypt (19th, 69,371).
San Francisco Chronicle
30-07-2025
- Business
- San Francisco Chronicle
Unisys: Q2 Earnings Snapshot
BLUE BELL, Pa. (AP) — BLUE BELL, Pa. (AP) — Unisys Corp. (UIS) on Wednesday reported a loss of $20.1 million in its second quarter. The Blue Bell, Pennsylvania-based company said it had a loss of 28 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring costs, were 19 cents per share. The information technology service provider posted revenue of $483.3 million in the period. _____
Yahoo
28-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Should You Buy, Sell, or Hold Unisys Stock Before Q2 Earnings?
Unisys Corporation UIS is scheduled to release second-quarter 2025 results on July Zacks Consensus Estimate for UIS' second-quarter bottom line is pegged at a loss of 34 cents, indicating a decline of 312.5% from earnings per share (EPS) of 16 cents reported in the prior-year quarter. The consensus mark has remained unchanged over the past 30 days. UIS Earnings Estimate Trend Image Source: Zacks Investment Research The consensus mark for second-quarter revenues is pegged at $442.5 million, indicating a fall of 7.5% from the year-ago quarter's reported company has an impressive earnings surprise history. UIS' earnings outpaced the Zacks Consensus Estimate in three of the trailing four quarters and missed on one occasion, the average surprise being 46.9%. UIS Earnings Surprise History Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Q2 Earnings Whispers for UIS Stock Our proven model does not conclusively predict an earnings beat for Unisys this time. A stock needs to have a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) to beat earnings. However, that is not the case here. You can uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they are reported with our Earnings ESP has an Earnings ESP of 0.00% and a Zacks Rank #3 at present. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank stocks here. Factors Shaping UIS' Upcoming Results Unisys' second-quarter performance is expected to have reflected the company's continued progress on strategic backlog conversion, enhanced field services momentum, and ramp-up of digital workplace offerings. Sequential improvement in Ex-L&S revenue, coupled with strength in Device Subscription Services (DSS) and AI-driven enterprise solutions, likely supported performance in the to-be-reported the second quarter, Unisys projects approximately $375 million in Ex-L&S revenues, indicating mid-single-digit sequential growth. Given renewal timing dynamics, Ex-L&S revenues are expected to remain comparable on a sequential basis, with 35% of the year's Ex-L&S revenues expected in the first half and 65% in the second half. Strength in signings — particularly multi-year infrastructure and modernization contracts — is expected to have aided the company's performance in the second quarter. Growth in enterprise storage and increased demand for PC refreshes, supported by Windows 11 transition and AI compatibility needs, may have lifted field service volumes. Meanwhile, the ramp-up of DSS contract signings likely contributed to top-line traction, especially in the Digital Workplace Solutions investments in next-gen offerings such as Post-Quantum Cryptography advisory, Service Experience Accelerator, and agentic AI frameworks are expected to have driven early-stage growth in the Cloud, Applications & Infrastructure (CA&I) segment. Strategic signings in managed security services and data modernization, especially within financial services and Latin American power distribution, may have supported the company's performance in the second timing-related headwinds from license and support (L&S) renewals and softness in discretionary public sector project work, especially among state, local and higher education clients, may have tempered revenue growth in parts of the portfolio. Additionally, cautious client budgeting and extended decision-making cycles — driven by macro and geopolitical uncertainty — may have delayed in-quarter revenue conversion from new pipeline for the quarter may have faced moderate pressure as the company ramped labor and training costs ahead of expected hardware deployment and delivery acceleration. While Unisys continues to benefit from structural SG&A reductions, incremental hiring to support enterprise storage and liquid cooling solutions may have tempered near-term margin expansion. UIS Stock Price Performance & Valuation Unisys shares have gained 9.3% in the past three months, outperforming the Zacks Computers - IT Services industry's growth of 3.6%. Industry players like AI and Leidos Holdings LDOS have gained 15.2% and 12%, respectively, while DXC Technology Company DXC has lost 8.6% in the same time frame. UIS Three-Month Price Performance Image Source: Zacks Investment Research From a valuation perspective, Unisys stock is currently trading at a discount. UIS is currently trading at a forward 12-month price-to-sales (P/S) multiple of 0.15X, below the industry average of 18.58X. Other industry players, such as Leidos Holdings and DXC Technology, have P/S ratios of 7.1X, 1.2X and 0.21X, respectively. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Investment Considerations for UIS Stock Unisys is positioning itself to capture a larger share of enterprise IT spend by expanding its presence in high-growth areas such as digital workplace services, cybersecurity and AI-enabled solutions. The company's transformation strategy emphasizes deeper client penetration through device subscription services, next-gen compute offerings, and secure data platforms. Strong momentum in new business signings, including high-volume DSS contracts and expanded security engagements, reflects growing demand for Unisys' differentiated solutions. Strategic alliances with technology partners, improved delivery efficiency, and a renewed focus on recurring high-margin License & Support revenue further enhance the company's visibility into long-term cash generation and margin Unisys faces transitional challenges tied to the timing of contract ramp-ups, hardware-driven revenue mix, and macro-sensitive public sector engagements. Upfront investments in workforce training, infrastructure field services, and advanced AI frameworks may exert near-term pressure on gross margins as revenue scales. External factors such as delayed decision-making in state and local government contracts, as well as broader geopolitical and trade uncertainties, could influence client spending behavior. While management remains confident in its full-year revenue and profitability outlook, execution on backlog conversion and margin stabilization remains vital. How Should You Play UIS Pre-Q2 Earnings? Unisys' upcoming second-quarter results will reflect both its strategic progress and the inherent challenges of a business in transformation. While the company is making headway in high-growth segments like digital workplace services, AI-led solutions, and cybersecurity, short-term pressures from license renewal timing, cautious public sector spending, and upfront investment costs may weigh on margins and revenue remains compelling, with UIS trading at a significant discount to peers, and recent contract wins suggest long-term growth potential. However, the near-term earnings trajectory appears uncertain, particularly given the projected year-over-year EPS decline and modest revenue this mixed backdrop, Unisys stock appears best suited for a Hold stance at this juncture. Investors may consider staying on the sidelines until greater clarity emerges after the second-quarter earnings release. 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 Unisys Corporation (UIS) : Free Stock Analysis Report Inc. (AI) : Free Stock Analysis Report Leidos Holdings, Inc. (LDOS) : Free Stock Analysis Report DXC Technology Company. (DXC) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Will Unisys' DWS Bookings be Able to Offset Discretionary Weakness?
Unisys Corporation UIS is witnessing robust bookings across its Digital Workplace Solutions (DWS) segment, thanks to the market's ongoing focus shift toward AI-driven solutions. It is actively investing in innovations that align with its clients' requirements across cost optimization, data integration and security, improved asset and employee productivity and AI 2024, the company has been building a significant pipeline for its Device Subscription Service or DSS (under the DWS segment), and now, into 2025, these prospects seem bright. DSS is a 'device-as-a-service' offering that aims to create tangible value for organizations by reducing costs and increasing the efficiency of procurement, provisioning and deployment, while ensuring employee experience enhancement, asset allocation and overall security the first quarter of 2025, Unisys witnessed scalable DSS signings, including a large new logo win with a leading global technology supplier, where it will offer quarterly procurement and services for 380,000 devices across 14 countries; and a biotech client to offer modern device management to support more than 21,000 devices across multiple geographic regions. These projects enhance the company's revenue visibility in the long term and provide an entry point for expansion into higher-margin device-managed the DWS segment is witnessing a partial setback (first-quarter 2025 revenues down 7.5% year over year) in the near term due to lingering weakness in discretionary spending, primarily due to a decline in field service volumes. Although lower levels of discretionary project work and declines in third-party volume softened the start of 2025, UIS expects these headwinds to be offset by the second half of 2025 as DSS signings are ramping up, creating value for the long term. Shares of this Pennsylvania-based technology solutions company have inched up 6.5% in the past three months, underperforming the Zacks Computers - IT Services industry, the broader Zacks Computer and Technology sector and the S&P 500 index, as evidenced by the chart below. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Sharing the market space with Unisys, other renowned players like Wipro Limited WIT and DXC Technology Company DXC are gaining from the robust market trends for AI-powered solutions. However, they are comparatively falling behind UIS in capitalizing on the market opportunities. In the past three months, shares of Wipro have gained 5.5% while those of DXC Technology have tumbled 1.4%. UIS stock is currently trading at a discount compared with the industry peers, with a forward 12-month price-to-sales (P/S) ratio of 0.14, as evidenced by the chart below. The discounted valuation of the stock, compared with its peers, advocates for an attractive entry point for investors. That said, in the long term, the valuation could move toward a premium, given the favorable market fundamentals backing the company's revenue visibility. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Notably, Wipro and DXC Technology are currently trading at a forward 12-month P/S ratio of 2.86 and 0.22, respectively. Unisys' earnings estimates for 2025 and 2026 have remained unchanged over the past 60 days. However, the estimated figures for 2025 and 2026 imply year-over-year growth of 28.9% and 120.7%, respectively. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research The year-over-year growth trends indicate the company's movement toward long-term growth backed by its in-house innovation efforts and strong market stock currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. 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 Wipro Limited (WIT) : Free Stock Analysis Report Unisys Corporation (UIS) : Free Stock Analysis Report DXC Technology Company. (DXC) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research 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
The Sun
15-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Malaysia strengthens education tourism sector with MITDA-UIS partnership
IN a significant move to strengthen Malaysia's position as a leading hub for education tourism, the Malaysia International Tourism Development Association (MITDA) and Universiti Islam Selangor (UIS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote Malaysia — particularly Selangor — as a premier destination for education-based tourism. The MoU was officially signed during a ceremony held at Concorde Hotel Shah Alam, witnessed by key figures from the tourism and education sectors including industry players, tourism stakeholders, and academic leaders. This partnership is set to enhance Malaysia's appeal to students, scholars, and cultural tourists from around the world, especially in the ASEAN, Middle East, Central Asia, and South Thailand regions. Under this MoU, MITDA and UIS will collaboratively develop a series of structured education tourism programmes that include: - Short-term academic and cultural study tours for international students - Islamic heritage trails and experiential learning opportunities - Cultural immersion programmes for youth, educators, and scholars - Joint seminars, academic exchanges, and tourism research initiatives - Promotion of UIS as a regional hub for Islamic education and tourism training 'This partnership aligns perfectly with our mission to diversify Malaysia's tourism offerings,' said Kapten Mahadzir Tan Sri Mansor, President of MITDA. 'By positioning Islamic studies and cultural learning experiences as unique high-value attractions, we hope to attract longer-staying and more engaged international visitors. UIS brings strong academic credibility to this vision.' UIS Vice Chancellor Datuk Professor Dr. Mohd Farid Ravi Bin Abdullah added that the collaboration supports the university's globalisation efforts and reinforces its role in shaping intercultural understanding. 'Knowledge is a bridge between cultures. Through this MoU, we aim to welcome more students and scholars from abroad who are interested not only in academic pursuits but in experiencing Malaysia's rich Islamic and multicultural heritage,' he said. With Visit Malaysia Year 2026 approaching, this partnership is seen as timely and strategic. Education tourism has been identified as one of Malaysia's high-potential sectors, offering long-term economic and cultural value through repeat visits and extended stays. The MoU also opens the door to collaborations with local tourism operators, cultural centres, mosque communities, and homestay networks to co-develop authentic, inclusive itineraries that integrate academic learning with local experience. This partnership marks an exciting chapter in Malaysia's journey to become a global destination not only for leisure and business tourism, but also for education and cultural discovery.
