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6 March 2026
Gasunie 2025 Report: Advancing Resilient and Sustainable Energy Systems
Invested €1.2B in energy security and transition. Hydrogen, CO2 projects near completion. Net profit rose to €85M. Gas transport up, especially to power stations.
6 March 2026
SPIE 2025 Annual Results
Production rose 4.8%, EBITA up 11.4%, and free cash flow hit 524M euros. Nine acquisitions in 2025, two in early 2026. Leverage reduced to 1.3x.
5 March 2026
Kemira Oyj: Share Repurchase Correction, March 5, 2026
Corrected error in treasury shares count after repurchase: 1,411,299 shares held. Transaction involved 64,000 shares at EUR 19.7332 each, totaling EUR 1,262,924.80.
5 March 2026
SEQENS Sells Limoges Botanical and IVD Units to Solabia
The sale aligns with SEQENS' focus on core activities, while Solabia's expertise supports the Limoges site's growth in personal care and life sciences.
5 March 2026
Neste Releases 2025 Green Finance Report
Neste allocated EUR 610M to Rotterdam's refinery expansion, boosting renewables capacity. EUR 510M remains unallocated. The 2025 report highlights strong investor support for green projects.
5 March 2026
Statkraft Reports Strong Q4 Results and Record Production
Q4 2025 saw 19.4 TWh power generation and NOK 8.3B EBITDA. Full-year production hit 72.1 TWh. Net loss due to impairments and taxes. Investments and divestments in Nordics and Europe.
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4 March 2026
Topsoe's 2025 Financial Results Meet Expectations in Tough Market
Revenue reached DKK 8,197 million. EBIT margin at 8.9%. SAF projects in China. New CEO from March 2026. 2026 outlook: revenue DKK 7,600-8,400 million, EBIT margin 0.0-5.0%.
4 March 2026
Symrise Reports 2025 Organic Sales Growth and Profitability Boost
Achieved 2.8% organic growth, 21.9% EBITDA margin, and launched share buyback. Focused on efficiency, innovation, and strategic transformation for long-term value.
4 March 2026
Boliden Kevitsa Initiates Change Talks Due to Finnish Mining Tax Increase
Finnish mining tax hike affects 285 jobs and halts a EUR 1 billion investment decision. Change talks to conclude in six weeks, impacting all 500 employees.
4 March 2026
Brenntag SE Releases 2025 Preliminary Financial Results
Operating EBITA fell 12.6% to EUR 929M. Free cash flow rose 5.4% to EUR 941M. Dividend proposed at EUR 1.90/share. 2026 EBITDA expected between EUR 1,150-1,350M.
4 March 2026
Evonik Confirms 2025 Results, 2026 Outlook
2025 EBITDA at €1.87B, sales down 7%. 2026 EBITDA forecast €1.7-2.0B. Dividend €1.00/share. ROCE target 11%. Advanced Tech and Custom Solutions face price and currency challenges.
3 March 2026
RIFT Secures €114M to Scale Iron Fuel Technology
€113.8M funding will develop a commercial iron fuel facility, aiming to decarbonize industrial heat and avoid over 1M tonnes of CO₂ emissions. Operational by 2029.
2 March 2026
Galp 4Q & FY25 Financial Results
Strong 2025 performance with €2.2bn cash generation, 4% DPS increase, and €250m buyback. Key growth in Brazil, Namibia, and Sines. Net debt at €1.3bn, FCF at €81m.
27 February 2026
PETRONAS Reports Lower Profit Amid Market Challenges, Focuses on Long-Term Value
Revenue and profit decreased due to lower prices and sales. PETRONAS prioritizes resilience and strategic growth amid ongoing market volatility and geopolitical challenges.
27 February 2026
KazMunayGas 2025 Trading Update
Hydrocarbon reserves stable; oil and gas production up. Oil transport steady; refining and polypropylene output increased.
27 February 2026
CABB Group Sells Jayhawk Fine Chemicals to Anupam Rasayan
CABB shifts focus to Pharma and Life Science, selling Jayhawk for $150M. Anupam Rasayan aims to expand its US presence and performance materials business.
27 February 2026
Ercros Reports EUR 8M EBITDA, EUR 54M Loss
Weak demand, high energy costs, and competition impact results. Cost reduction plan on track. Financial debt reduced. Takeover bid rejected. Demand recovery expected in late 2026.
27 February 2026
BASF Advances "Winning Ways" Strategy Milestones
BASF boosts free cash flow, starts Zhanjiang plants, and cuts costs. 2025 EBITDA drops to €6.6B; 2026 outlook: €6.2-7.0B EBITDA, €1.5-2.3B free cash flow.
26 February 2026
PureCycle Technologies Q4 2025 Results and Update
Record production, revenue growth, expansion in Thailand and Belgium, and leadership changes. Gen-2 design shows cost efficiency. Financials stable with ongoing projects and debt management.
26 February 2026
Veolia 2025 Results Overview
Strong 2025 results with growth in international markets, early ROCE target achievement, key acquisitions, increased dividend, and positive 2026 outlook.
26 February 2026
Eni Reports Strong 2025 Financial and Strategic Progress
Strong Q4 results with 35% net income growth. Major projects launched, production up 7%. LNG expansion, biofuels growth, and strategic partnerships enhance resilience and shareholder returns.
26 February 2026
Clariant Achieves Third Year of EBITDA Margin Growth
Q4 2025 sales rose 1% in local currencies. FY 2025 EBITDA margin up 180 basis points to 17.8%. Performance programs saved CHF 50M. 2026 sales expected flat; EBITDA margin around 18%.
26 February 2026
Covestro Meets 2025 Guidance Amid Challenges
Sales and EBITDA fell in 2025. Strategic moves and partnerships aim to boost growth. 2026 outlook: stable EBITDA, improved cash flow, and reduced emissions.
26 February 2026
Technip Energies 2025 Financial Results
Strong 2025 results with revenue and EBITDA growth, dividend increase, share buyback, and strategic acquisition. Positive outlook for 2026 with robust backlog and sustainability focus.
26 February 2026
2025 Results: Arkema Performance Summary
Strong cash flow and EBITDA, sales growth in key markets, successful capacity expansions, and sustainability progress. Dividend stable; 2026 targets slight EBITDA growth amid weak demand.
25 February 2026
Air Liquide Issues CHF 640 Million Multi-Tranche Bond
The bond, under the EMTN program, has 5, 8, and 12-year tranches with an interest rate below 1%. Proceeds are for corporate use. Rated A by S&P and Scope, A2 by Moody's.
25 February 2026
Vopak Announces Record 2025 Results and EUR 1.7 Billion Shareholder Program
Net profit rose 61% to EUR 604M. Operating cash flow hit EUR 823M. EUR 4B investment by 2030 planned. EUR 1.1B in growth projects underway. Energy transition projects worth EUR 200M in progress.
25 February 2026
Vopak Launches EUR 500M Share Buyback, Begins First EUR 100M Tranche
The buyback is part of a EUR 1.7B shareholder distribution plan. Vopak aims to increase dividends by 5%+ annually. The program may be adjusted and will be updated weekly.
25 February 2026
Heidelberg Materials Achieves Record Financial Results for 2025
Revenue rose to €21.5B, RCO hit €3.4B, ROIC at 10.4%. Sustainability advanced with CO₂ cuts and evoZero® cement. 2026 outlook: RCO €3.40–€3.75B, ROIC >10%.
24 February 2026
Genmab Share Capital Increase from Employee Warrant Exercise
12,313 new shares issued, raising DKK 17.1 million. New shares have no special rights and will be listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen. Total share capital now 64,250,721 shares.
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