The CEO and co-founder of Navan, Ariel Cohen, has been diligently preparing the company for an eventual initial public offering this year. With recent adjustments to the leadership structure and board of directors, Navan is showing signs of maturity and readiness for the public markets. Rich Liu, an expert in scaling companies from seed to
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When looking at Ares Capital (ARCC), one can see that it is a company that focuses on providing financing solutions for small- and middle-market companies. The company recently declared a quarterly dividend of 48 cents per share with a dividend yield of 9.1%. The company’s core earnings per share slightly missed analysts’ estimates but the
Tycoon Elon Musk’s arrival in Bali for the planned launch of SpaceX’s Starlink internet service signals a significant development in Indonesia’s quest to boost internet penetration and health services. The Indonesian government views this collaboration as a crucial step towards ensuring equal access to the internet across the country, particularly in remote areas where connectivity
Japan’s Nippon Steel has been making significant efforts to complete its planned purchase of U.S. Steel. The company’s vice chairman, Takahiro Mori, who plays a crucial role in the negotiations, is set to travel to the United States next week to meet with stakeholders. This visit is part of the ongoing dialogues aimed at gaining
John Krasinski’s newest film, IF, brought in an impressive $1.75M in Thursday night previews, starting at 4 p.m. This family-friendly feature is rated PG, making it a refreshing change from recent releases. While initial reviews are not glowing, sitting at 51% on Rotten Tomatoes, audience reactions seem to be more positive than expected. Industry experts
Walmart has recently shown exceptional performance, surpassing quarterly earnings and revenue expectations with its innovative strategies. The retail giant’s success can be attributed to its significant e-commerce gains, profit-driving businesses such as advertising, and its ability to attract more high-income shoppers. The company has now revised its full-year guidance, aiming to exceed its initial projections
As tensions between the U.S. and China continue to rise, many investors are turning to a “China Plus One” strategy, seeking opportunities in other countries such as India and Southeast Asia. According to Shailendra Singh, managing director of Peak XV Partners, this diversification strategy is benefiting markets outside of China in the short term. However,
Mubi, a streaming service known for its curated selection of independent and international films, has recently made a strategic hire in the form of Mark Boxer as their U.S. Head of Distribution. With decades of experience in the industry, Boxer is set to bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the company, particularly as
Iraq’s oil minister recently announced that Chinese companies have secured five more bids to explore oil and gas fields in the country. This adds to the ten licenses that Chinese companies have already obtained, making them the sole foreign players in the latest round of hydrocarbon exploration licensing. The lack of participation from other international
Jane Schoenbrun’s film, I Saw Then TV Glow, has seen a significant increase in box office earnings in its second week, with an estimated $195k+ on 21 screens. This expansion marks a successful rollout, driven by a passionate fan base particularly among young, male, and LGBTQ+ audiences. The gender-bending supernatural thriller is set to continue
Moderna announced on Friday that the Food and Drug Administration has postponed the approval of its respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine to the end of May due to what they described as “administrative constraints” within the agency. The decision, which was anticipated to be made on Sunday, has left investors on edge as they await
Activist group Politan Capital has made it clear that they are not backing down in the battle for board seats at Masimo. In response to the company’s settlement offer to add one of Politan’s nominees, William Jellison, to the board, Politan’s Quentin Koffey has demanded that not only Jellison be added, but also another nominee,
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Zeekr has made headlines with its successful initial public offering (IPO), pricing its shares at $21 – the top end of its range. With the company set to sell 21 million American depository shares, it is expected to raise $441 million when it begins trading on the New York Stock Exchange
British neobank Monzo recently announced that it has secured an additional $190 million in funding, bringing its total fundraising for the year to an impressive $610 million. This latest round of funding included investments from notable new backers, such as Hedosophia and CapitalG, as well as participation from existing investors like Singaporean sovereign wealth fund