S&P Global Ratings has upgraded the credit ratings of several Freedom Holding Corp. subsidiaries to "BB-" with stable outlooks, reflecting improved risk management and strong earnings. The upgrades cover Freedom Finance JSC, Freedom Finance Europe Ltd., Freedom Finance Global PLC, and Freedom Bank Kazakhstan JSC, with national scale ratings also improved for Kazakhstan-based entities. Freedom Holding reported record revenue of $2.19 billion and doubled net income to $153.3 million in fiscal 2026, alongside significant client base growth. The company plans further international expansion, including banking licenses in France and Turkey, and investments in digital ecosystems across multiple markets.
The global reactive hot melt adhesives market is projected to grow from $2.02 billion in 2025 to $4.29 billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 7.72%. Growth is driven by regulations limiting solvent-based adhesives, increased use of polyurethane adhesives in a...
Pacific Ridge Exploration Ltd. announced 2026 exploration plans for its 100% owned Kliyul and RDP copper-gold projects in British Columbia. The company will drill 2,500 meters at Kliyul focusing on the high-priority M39 target, which has never been d...
The global automotive microcontrollers market is projected to grow from USD 15.49 billion in 2025 to USD 34.31 billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 8.28%. Growth is fueled by increasing adoption of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), vehicle electrif...
CHARBONE Corporation has increased its helium delivery fleet from one to five units to meet rising demand caused by global helium supply disruptions, notably from Qatar. This expansion supports North American customers in sectors like semiconductors ...
Citi has started coverage of Hikma Pharmaceuticals with a 'buy' rating and a £17 price target, highlighting the company's strategic shift towards differentiated products and US manufacturing investments. The broker sees a 14% potential share price re...
