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Ormat Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:ORA) currently holds a "Hold" rating from analysts with an average price target of $83.56. Recent insider sales include Jessica Woelfel selling 409 shares at $72.15 and David Granot selling 1,666 shares at $69.00, reflecting significant decreases in their ownership. Institutional investors have increased their stakes, with HSBC Holdings boosting its holdings by 342.7% in Q4. The company recently declared a quarterly dividend of $0.12 per share, yielding 0.66%.
Dubai fintech Fuze has secured $12.2 million in a Series A funding round led by Galaxy and e& capital, bringing its total funding to over $26 million. Founded in 2023, Fuze offers digital asset infrastructure for financial institutions in MENA and Turkey, having processed over $2 billion in digital asset volume. The new capital will support regional and global expansion, product innovation, and hiring, as the company aims to enhance regulated crypto and stablecoin adoption.
Turkish mobile gaming studio Dream Games has secured $2.5 billion through a debt and equity deal, valuing the company at $5 billion, up from $2.75 billion in 2022. CVC Capital Partners is now the sole equity investor, while Blackstone Inc. provided debt financing. The company, known for its hit game Royal Match, exemplifies the rapid growth potential in the mobile gaming sector, having reached unicorn status just two years after its founding in 2019. Dream Games' success reflects Turkey's emergence as a mobile gaming powerhouse, leveraging expertise from previous successes in the industry.
Fuze, a digital assets infrastructure firm, has secured $12.2 million in a Series A funding round led by Galaxy and e& Capital. Founded in 2023, Fuze offers Digital Assets-as-a-Service and has processed over $2 billion in digital asset volume, aiming to expand into new markets and enhance regulatory compliance. The company's focus on stablecoin infrastructure aligns with a growing demand for regulated digital asset offerings, particularly in the evolving Indian market.
Barclays has revised its price target for PPG Industries, lowering it to $120 from $125. PPG Industries is a leading producer of coatings, linings, and fiberglass, with net sales primarily from high-performance coatings (61.2%) and industrial coatings (38.8%). Geographically, sales are distributed across the U.S. and Canada (41%), Europe/Middle East/Africa (30.8%), Asia/Pacific (15.8%), and Latin America (12.4%).
Emerging markets, particularly China and India, are poised to benefit from U.S. trade policies, despite initial negative reactions to tariffs. While risks such as inflation and geopolitical conflicts persist, potential positive developments could enhance market conditions, especially in Central and Eastern Europe. Local currency bonds have shown resilience, contrasting with the volatility in hard currency bonds, as governments and central banks maintain significant maneuvering space.
CNTXT AI has launched Munsit, the world's most accurate Arabic speech-to-text model, surpassing major competitors like OpenAI and Microsoft. Built in the UAE, Munsit offers real-time transcription in Modern Standard Arabic and over 25 dialects, aiming to empower organizations with Arabic voice data while ensuring data sovereignty. This innovative technology reflects a commitment to developing native AI tools within the region, marking a significant advancement in Arabic voice recognition capabilities.
The Turkish lira is facing renewed challenges as the central bank's recent rate hikes have failed to stabilize the currency, leading to a rise in USD/TRY. Inflation expectations are deteriorating, with household expectations at 59.3% and businesses forecasting 41.7%. The central bank appears to be intervening to defend the currency, likely depleting reserves, and a steady increase in USD/TRY is anticipated in the coming quarters.
AviLease has secured a $1.5 billion unsecured revolving credit facility to enhance its international expansion and invest in next-generation, fuel-efficient aircraft. The oversubscribed facility attracted commitments from 20 global banks and, combined with an existing $750 million revolver, brings total available funds to $2.25 billion. The Saudi Arabia-based firm, which manages a fleet of 200 aircraft, is also focused on local talent development and creating employment opportunities in line with the Kingdom's Vision 2030 strategy.
Sipay is revolutionizing fintech in emerging markets with its white-label infrastructure, enabling fintechs and e-commerce platforms to launch payment solutions focused on remittances and cross-border transactions. With over 25,000 merchants in Turkey, Sipay plans to expand into Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East, addressing the growing demand for digital financial tools.In the UAE, Hushday has raised $550,000 to launch a premium, invitation-only flash sales platform, aiming to redefine luxury retail in the Gulf. The platform emphasizes brand control and customer loyalty, with plans for rapid expansion across the region. Meanwhile, Rise of Fearless, a UAE-based mobile gaming startup, has launched a battle royale game rooted in African culture, integrating Web3 technology to empower players with ownership of in-game assets and create new income streams in underserved communities.
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