Myer Holdings (ASX: MYR) faced a challenging FY24, marked by store closures and rising costs, leading to a 61% drop in total dividends. Despite a 0.4% increase in comparable store sales, shares fell 11% post-results but are up 40% year-to-date. The company is undergoing a strategic review and exploring a potential merger with Premier Investments' Apparel Brands division to enhance profitability and market position.
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A recent survey reveals that 67% of institutional investors now prioritize environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors more than last year, with 42% of their assets managed under ESG considerations. Despite concerns about returns and challenges like greenwashing, the trend towards sustainable investing continues to grow, driven by a commitment to fiduciary responsibilities and stakeholder expectations. Over 70% of investors anticipate increased use of artificial intelligence to enhance ESG data management in the coming years.
Private equity firms are poised to capitalize on the growing demand for profitable software companies, with strategic acquirers increasingly willing to invest in $11 billion deals. As software spending is projected to outpace other sectors, the landscape of potential buyers is expanding, encompassing over 600 public companies with market caps exceeding $33 billion. This shift underscores the urgency for companies to embrace digital transformation and secure reliable revenue streams through strategic acquisitions.
Mission 2025 urges governments to adopt investment-positive policies to mobilize $1 trillion annually for clean energy, highlighting successful strategies from industrialized nations. Despite record renewable capacity growth, the UN warns of a two-speed transition, with developing countries facing high capital costs and debt crises, risking global climate goals. The IEA emphasizes the need for stable policies and international support to ensure equitable investment in clean energy across all economies.
Ryan Packard's Hiddenite Capital Partners has achieved remarkable success, doubling investors' money in four years with a 17% annual return net of fees. The firm focuses on old-economy stocks and employs a multisecurity approach, macro awareness, and options strategies to manage risk and enhance performance. Notable winners this year include AppLovin and FTAI Aviation, contributing to Hiddenite's outperformance against the S&P 500 in 14 of the 16 down months since its inception.
The global consumer healthcare market, valued at USD 303.37 billion in 2023, is projected to reach USD 575.40 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 7.51%. This growth is driven by increasing awareness of wellness products and the rising demand for e-commerce platforms, particularly in North America, which holds the largest market share. Key players include Abbott Laboratories, Bayer AG, and Johnson & Johnson Services Inc.
The Canton of Basel-Stadt has revised its 2024 budget surplus projection to 106 million francs, up from an initial estimate of 73 million francs, primarily due to increased tax revenue expectations. However, shortfalls are anticipated in other direct taxes, including inheritance and property gains taxes, totaling nearly 80 million francs, alongside a CHF 46 million deficit from the Swiss National Bank's profit distribution due to its 2023 losses.
Regula Berger, currently Deputy CEO of Basler Kantonalbank, will succeed Basil Heeb as CEO and Chairwoman of the Executive Board on March 1, 2025. Heeb, who has led the bank for six years, is stepping down at his own request and will assist in the transition until the end of March 2025.
Moncler has received downgrades from UBS, JP Morgan, and AlphaValue due to concerns over slowing Chinese demand, despite solid performance. UBS lowered its target price from 63 to 53 euros, while JP Morgan adjusted its forecast for fiscal 2024-26 down by 5-7 percent. Analysts highlight risks in the upcoming quarters but note potential upside from new collections and seasonal demand.
Ethereum's price is influenced by the People's Bank of China's economic stimulus and potential easing of monetary policy, which may drive investors towards crypto assets. Attention is also on Fed Chairman Jerome Powell's upcoming speech and US price data, with the presidential election campaign adding further market dynamics. Polls show Kamala Harris slightly ahead of Donald Trump, who is viewed as more crypto-friendly.
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