Tag: financing
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Over 220 Firms Shut in 2025, Vehicles Towed: Inside the Turbulence of the Car Leasing Industry
Introduction: A industry under pressure The car leasing sector is facing a troubling year in 2025, with more than 220 firms shutting down and fleets being repossessed or towed away across several markets. The churn is not just a headline; it is a real disruption that affects drivers, employers, and the broader circular economy of…
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Over 220 firms shut in 2025, vehicles towed: Inside the turbulence of the car leasing industry
Overview: a sector under pressure The car leasing industry is in sharp focus as 2025 closes with more than 220 firms having ceased operations or folded their fleets, forcing thousands of vehicles off the road and leaving drivers scrambling for alternatives. In Singapore, the ripple effects are felt not only in leasing companies and fleet…
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Why Green Energy is Harder Than It Looks: A Philippine Energy Beat
The promise of renewables in the Philippines The Philippines sits in a unique energy moment. Rich in sun, wind, and river resources, the country has laid out bold clean energy targets meant to reduce dependence on imported fuels, stabilize prices, and cut emissions. On paper, the path seems straightforward: deploy more solar farms, tap the…
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RBC and Telus Back $130 Million Financing for Vancouver Quantum Developer Photonic
Canada’s Quantum Momentum Gains Ground with Photonic Funding Canada’s push into quantum computing received a major vote of confidence as the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) and Telus Corp. announced their participation in a $130 million equity financing round for Vancouver-based quantum technology company Photonic. The capital infusion underscores the growing role of traditional financial…
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Uxin Reports Unaudited Q3 2025 Financial Results and Announces Financing Agreement
Overview: Uxin’s Q3 2025 Results and Financing Update Uxin Limited (Nasdaq: UXIN), a leading used car retailer in China, has released its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2025. In a separate development, the company announced the execution of a definitive agreement for financing, underscoring its ongoing effort to strengthen liquidity and…
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Food Security in Africa: Tackling the Water Infrastructure Crisis Through Legal and Financial Strategies
Overview: Why Water Infrastructure Drives Africa’s Food Security Food security in Africa is inextricably linked to reliable water infrastructure. From irrigation systems and storage to urban water supply and climate-resilient drainage, water access shapes crop yields, price stability, and rural livelihoods. When water infrastructure lags, farmers struggle with unpredictable seasons, wastewater and drought, while cities…
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Food Security in Africa: Reforming Water Governance and Financing for a resilient supply
Introduction: The critical link between water and food security Food security in Africa hinges on a stable, well-managed water supply. With growing population pressures, climate variability, and rapid urbanization, the continent’s agricultural productivity depends on reliable water infrastructure. Yet the current crisis in water governance and funding hampers farmers’ ability to irrigate, store, and distribute…
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Stonegate eyes £1bn sale of 1,000 pubs as it reshapes after securitisation
Britain’s pub sector at a crossroads Stonegate, the country’s largest pub group, is weighing a strategic move that could reshape its portfolio and the wider UK hospitality landscape. Sources say the company is exploring a deal that could see around 1,000 of its sites change hands in a potential £1 billion sale. The talks come…
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Africa at COP30: Turning mineral wealth into climate power
Introduction: A Moment of Opportunity at COP30 As COP30 unfolds, African nations stand at a crossroads where mineral wealth, climate ambition, and development needs intersect. The continent holds vast reserves of critical minerals essential for clean energy, from copper and cobalt to rare earth elements. Yet the challenge is to convert this resource advantage into…
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Nigerian Businesses Face Slower Cost Pressures Amid Insecurity Challenges
Overview: A Mixed Bag for Nigerian Businesses Recent analyses of Nigeria’s business landscape show a cautious improvement in October. While inflation has moderated, easing some operating pressures, many firms still contend with financing constraints, high property costs, and ongoing security concerns. The evolving environment suggests a resilience among entrepreneurs but also highlights the fragility of…