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Hemogenyx Pharmaceuticals secured £620,000 through convertible loan notes (CLNs) to fund the clinical trial of HG-CT-1, a CAR-T cell therapy. Issued at £5.30 per share, the non-interest bearing CLNs will automatically convert into 116,982 Ordinary Shares around November 15, 2025, following eased headroom restrictions under FCA Prospectus Rules. The funding supports the ongoing Phase I trial for relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukemia. The new shares will be admitted to trading on the London Stock Exchange.

STMicroelectronics (STM) reported its share repurchase program status for August 25-29, 2025. The company repurchased 271,723 shares (0.03% of issued capital) at €23.4140 per share, totaling €6,362,126.30. Approved on May 22, 2024, the program aims to cover share option program obligations and employee allocations. STM now holds 18,960,219 treasury shares, about 2.1% of issued capital. Detailed trade information is on STM’s investor relations website.

Heineken Holding N.V. (HKHHY) repurchased 173,896 shares between August 25-29, 2025, at an average price of €61.20 per share. This buyback is part of the first tranche (up to €375 million) of their €750 million share buyback program, announced on February 12, 2025. As of August 29, 2025, Heineken has repurchased 2,305,014 shares for a total of €149.84 million. Weekly updates are available on the company website.

Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China’s sustainability efforts are gaining recognition, with an upgrade from “A-” to “A” in Hang Seng Indexes Company’s 2025 ratings. Impressive environmental performance and corporate governance contributed to high rankings within the Hang Seng Composite Index and Hang Seng China A (Investable) Index. Ping An’s strategy focuses on integrated finance, health, and senior care, leveraging technology and green initiatives. The Group’s commitment extends to rural revitalization and community support through its “San Cun Hui” welfare platform.

TotalEnergies, with partners QatarEnergy and SNPC, has been awarded the Nzombo exploration permit in the Republic of the Congo. TotalEnergies will operate with a 50% stake, QatarEnergy 35%, and SNPC 15%. The 1,000 sq km permit is near TotalEnergies’ Moho production facilities. Plans include drilling an exploration well before the end of 2025. TotalEnergies emphasizes the strategic importance, highlighting synergies with existing infrastructure and their commitment to the region. The acquisition aligns with the company’s strategy of expanding exploration with high-impact prospects.

Snowflake announced general availability on AWS Africa (Cape Town) Region, expanding its AI Data Cloud reach in South Africa. This offers local businesses data residency, sovereignty, and AI-driven insights, aligning with POPIA and the National Policy on Data and Cloud. Companies like Carry1st are already leveraging Snowflake for cost reduction and faster insights. The deployment provides regional clients added flexibility. Snowflake is also collaborating on the One Million Minds initiative to boost AI skills, fostering digital transformation in Africa.

XPeng Inc. (XPEV) reported record-breaking August 2025 deliveries of 37,709 Smart EVs, a 169% YoY increase and 3% MoM growth. Year-to-date deliveries reached 271,615 units, up 252% from 2024. The surge was bolstered by the launch of the new XPENG P7 and strong adoption of the XNGP autonomous driving system, achieving an 85% urban driving monthly active user penetration rate.

FTI Consulting has appointed Steven Casey as Senior Managing Director in its Economic Consulting segment in Australia. Based in Sydney, Casey brings nearly 20 years of experience advising governments, regulators, and executives. He specializes in public policy, economics, regulatory reform, and public investment strategy, leveraging data & AI. Casey will support clients facing fiscal challenges and enhance FTI’s economics platform in the Asia-Pacific region. Previously, Casey held leadership roles at Quantium Telstra and KPMG Australia, also serving as a senior advisor to Commonwealth ministers.

Hooker Furnishings (HOFT) will hold its fiscal 2026 second-quarter earnings call on September 11, 2025, at 9:00 AM ET. The call will discuss performance from May 5 to August 3, 2025. Access is available via webcast on the investor relations site or by phone after registration. Hooker Furnishings, now in its 101st year, has a diverse brand portfolio including Hooker Furniture, Bradington-Young, and Home Meridian, serving various furniture and home décor markets.

BlackRock Inc. has increased its stake in Freedom Holding Corp. (NASDAQ: FRHC) to 0.85%, valued at approximately $89 million, making them the second-largest shareholder. This investment reflects a growing confidence in Freedom Holding, also shared by other institutional investors like State Street Corp. Freedom Holding operates in 22 countries, providing a financial and digital ecosystem including Freedom Bank and Freedom Broker. Freedom Holding’s CEO, Timur Turlov, views this as validation of their business model and strategic value.