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A category closely identified with the internal combustion engine will be part of the electric vehicle revolution after all, it seems.
New orders expanded following a slight decrease in January, as domestic demand improved and new export business inched higher.
Karuna Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: KRTX) ("Karuna"), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company driven to create and deliver transformative medicines for people living with psychiatric and neurological conditions, today announced that it has commenced an underwritten public offering of $200.0 million of its common stock. Karuna also intends to grant the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase an additional $30.0 million of its common stock offered in the public offering. All the shares in the proposed offering are to be sold by Karuna.
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris is favourite to win the next presidential election with 22% implied probability, ahead of both Joe Biden and Donald Trump, according to betting odds from British bookmaker Ladbrokes. Harris is favourite to be next president, with 22.2% implied probability, while President Biden has 20% chance and former President Trump has 14.3% probability, Ladbrokes odds indicated.
The market for Unsaturated Polyester Resins (UPR) is anticipated to register a CAGR of over 5% globally during the forecast period. The major factors driving the market studied are increasing demand from the construction industry and growing usage in the transportation industry.New York, March 01, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report "Unsaturated Polyester Resin (UPR) Market - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2021 - 2026)" - https://www.reportlinker.com/p06028511/?utm_source=GNW On the flip side, readily available substitutes and unfavorable conditions arising due to the COVID-19 outbreak are hindering the growth of the market.- The building & construction industry is expected to dominate the global unsaturated polyester resin (UPR) market over the forecast period.- Asia-Pacific region represents the largest market and is also expected to be the fastest-growing market over the forecast period owing to the increasing consumption from countries such as China, India, and Japan.Key Market TrendsBuilding and Construction Industry to Dominate the Market- Due to the physical properties such as resistance to corrosion by water and other chemicals, resistance to weathering and aging, low cost and low shrinkage, exhibited by the unsaturated polyester resins, it is the desired product in building and construction industry.- It is widely used in laminating resins, gel coats, pastes, putties, tooling resins, adhesives, and other formulations that are used in the construction industry.- Due to its low cost and high malleability they are in huge demand in the construction industry (tanks, containers, and pipes, etc). UPR significantly results in an improved surface, volume resistivity, dielectric strength, dissipation factor, and dry arc resistivity.- Thus, based on all such characteristics, the construction sector is anticipated to drive the unsaturated polyester resins (UPR) market.Asia-Pacific Region to Dominate the Market- Asia-Pacific is the largest market for unsaturated polyester resins, with market segments like building and construction to grow eminently in the coming years. It is also expected to be the fastest-growing market during the forecast period, with increasing demands in China, India, and Japan.- China is the largest producer of paints and coatings in the Asia-Pacific region, with an estimated coating production of more than 20 million metric tons/year. the construction industry in the country has witnessed investment in the past few years.- Similarly, India has a requirement of investment worth USD 777.73 billion in infrastructure by 2022 to have sustainable development in the country. India is also investing in numerous commercial and residential construction projects.- The automotive industry is increasingly looking for weight reduction to increase fuel efficiency and improve the performance. UPR resins are the ideal raw material because of low weight final product and ease of which it can be designed and fabricated. Major application in Automotive industry includes closure panels, body panels, fenders and hear shields.- Asian countries like India, China and Japan has a large number of automobile manufacturers and therefore it would be a prime region for the consumption of Unsaturated Polyester Resins.- Such factors will significantly contribute to the growing construction market, thereby growing the market for Unsaturated Polyester Resins (UPR) market, through the forecast period.Competitive LandscapeThe unsaturated polyester resins market is partially fragmented with several competitions in the market. The major companies in this market include Polynt, INEOS, SHOWA DENKO K.K, BASF SE, and DSM, among others.Reasons to Purchase this report:- The market estimate (ME) sheet in Excel format- 3 months of analyst supportRead the full report: https://www.reportlinker.com/p06028511/?utm_source=GNWAbout ReportlinkerReportLinker is an award-winning market research solution. Reportlinker finds and organizes the latest industry data so you get all the market research you need - instantly, in one place.__________________________ CONTACT: Clare: clare@reportlinker.com US: (339)-368-6001 Intl: +1 339-368-6001
FORM 8.5 (EPT/RI) PUBLIC DEALING DISCLOSURE BY AN EXEMPT PRINCIPAL TRADER WITH RECOGNISED INTERMEDIARY STATUS DEALING IN A CLIENT-SERVING CAPACITY Rule 8.5 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”) 1. KEY INFORMATION (a) Name of exempt principal trader: HSBC BANK PLC (b) Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates: Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree TalkTalk Telecom Group plc (c) Name of the party to the offer with which exempt principal trader is connected: Offeree - TalkTalk Telecom Group plc (d) Date dealing undertaken: 26 February 2021 (e) In addition to the company in 1(b) above, is the exempt principal trader making disclosures in respect of any other party to this offer? If it is a cash offer or possible cash offer, state “N/A” N/A 2. DEALINGS BY THE EXEMPT PRINCIPAL TRADER Where there have been dealings in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(b), copy table 2(a), (b), (c) or (d) (as appropriate) for each additional class of relevant security dealt in. The currency of all prices and other monetary amounts should be stated. (a) Purchases and sales Class of relevant security Purchases/ sales Total number of securities Highest price per unit paid/received (GBP) Lowest price per unit paid/received (GBP) Ordinary Shares Purchase 2,668 96.950 p 96.900 p Ordinary Shares Sale 40,826 97.000 p 96.700 p (b) Cash-settled derivative transactions Class of relevant security Product description e.g. CFD Nature of dealing e.g. opening/closing a long/short position, increasing/reducing a long/short position Number of reference securities Price per unit (GBP) Ordinary Shares Swap Reducing a Short Position 4,166 96.942 p Ordinary Shares Swap Increasing a Short Position 2,668 96.932 p Ordinary Shares Swap Reducing a Short Position 11,263 97.000 p (c) Stock-settled derivative transactions (including options) (i) Writing, selling, purchasing or varying Class of relevant security Product description e.g. call option Writing, purchasing, selling, varying etc. Number of securities to which option relates Exercise price per unit Type e.g. American, European etc. Expiry date Option money paid/ received per unit (ii) Exercise Class of relevant security Product description e.g. call option Exercising/ exercised against Number of securities Exercise price per unit (d) Other dealings (including subscribing for new securities) Class of relevant security Nature of dealing e.g. subscription, conversion Details Price per unit (if applicable) 3. OTHER INFORMATION (a) Indemnity and other dealing arrangements Details of any indemnity or option arrangement, or any agreement or understanding, formal or informal, relating to relevant securities which may be an inducement to deal or refrain from dealing entered into by the exempt principal trader making the disclosure and any party to the offer or any person acting in concert with a party to the offer: Irrevocable commitments and letters of intent should not be included. If there are no such agreements, arrangements or understandings, state “none” (b) Agreements, arrangements or understandings relating to options or derivatives Details of any agreement, arrangement or understanding, formal or informal, between the exempt principal trader making the disclosure and any other person relating to: (i) the voting rights of any relevant securities under any option; or (ii) the voting rights or future acquisition or disposal of any relevant securities to which any derivative is referenced: If there are no such agreements, arrangements or understandings, state “none” Date of disclosure: 01 March 2021 Contact name: Mohammed Abdul Qader Telephone number: 0207 088 2000 Public disclosures under Rule 8 of the Code must be made to a Regulatory Information Service. The Panel’s Market Surveillance Unit is available for consultation in relation to the Code’s dealing disclosure requirements on +44 (0)20 7638 0129. The Code can be viewed on the Panel’s website at www.thetakeoverpanel.org.uk.
Dublin, March 01, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Gaming Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2021-2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. Gaming, also known as video games or electronic games, refers to a computer application which is played with a certain set of rules. It involves mental or physical stimulation that provides entertainment and relaxation to the player or the spectators. Gaming is a powerful tool that can help children in developing certain life skills and can also aid the educators in seeking ways to supplement classroom teaching. The gaming sector has been revolutionized with the advent of advanced graphical engines and information technology. According to the latest report, titled "Gaming Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2021-2026", the global gaming market reached a value of US$ 167.9 Billion in 2020.The increasing proliferation of mobile phones and easy availability of games on the internet along with innovations in both hardware and software are expected to have a positive impact on the growth of the global gaming market. In addition, the growing adoption of mobile and browser games which offer free-to-play business models is another trend that is gaining traction in the gaming market. Further, with the rising popularity of e-sports, multiplayer video game competition between professional and amateur players, the gaming market is witnessing an accelerated growth worldwide. Some of the other factors propelling the gaming market are empowering nature of games; availability of different genres, such as strategy, action, simulation, etc.; and a shift from physical games to online games. Looking forward, the publisher expects the global gaming market to reach a value of US$ 287.1 Billion by 2026, exhibiting a CAGR of 9.24% during 2021-2026.Key Market Segmentation:The publisher provides an analysis of the key trends in each sub-segment of the global gaming market, along with forecasts for growth at the global, regional and country level from 2021-2026. Our report has categorized the market based on region, device type, platform, revenue type, type, and age group.Breakup by Device Type:Based on the device type, the global gaming market has been segmented into consoles, mobiles and tablets, and computers. mobiles and tablets currently account for the largest share followed by consoles and computers.Breakup by Platform:Based on the platform, the market has been segmented into online and offline. The offline segment currently accounts for a larger share.Breakup by Revenue Type:Based on the revenue type, the market has been segmented into in-game purchase, game purchase and advertising.Breakup by Type:Based on type, the market has been segmented into adventure/role playing games, puzzles, social games, strategy, simulation and others.Breakup by Age Group:Based on the age group, the market has been segmented into adult and children. Adult games currently dominate the global gaming market.Regional Insights:Region-wise, Asia Pacific accounts for the largest market share. Other major regions are North America, Europe, Middle East and Africa and Latin America.Competitive Landscape:The competitive landscape of the market has also been examined with some of the key players being Tencent Holdings Limited, Sony Corporation, Microsoft Corporation, Apple Inc., Activision Blizzard, Inc., Google LLC, NetEase Inc., Electronic Arts Inc., Nintendo Co., Ltd.and Bandai Namco Holdings Inc..This report provides a deep insight into the global gaming market covering all its essential aspects. This ranges from macro overview of the market to micro details of the industry performance, recent trends, key market drivers and challenges, SWOT analysis, Porter's five forces analysis, value chain analysis, etc. This report is a must-read for entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, consultants, business strategists, and all those who have any kind of stake or are planning to foray into the gaming market in any manner.Key Questions Answered in This Report: How has the global gaming market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?What are the key regions in the global gaming market?What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the global gaming market?Which are the device types in the global gaming market?Which are the platforms in the global gaming market?Which are the revenue types in the global gaming market?Which are the popular type in the global gaming market?Which are the age groups in the global gaming market?What are the various stages in the value chain of the global gaming market?What are the key driving factors and challenges in the global gaming market?What is the structure of the global gaming market and who are the key players?What is the degree of competition in the global gaming market? Key Topics Covered: 1 Preface2 Scope and Methodology2.1 Objectives of the Study2.2 Stakeholders2.3 Data Sources2.3.1 Primary Sources2.3.2 Secondary Sources2.4 Market Estimation2.4.1 Bottom-Up Approach2.4.2 Top-Down Approach2.5 Forecasting Methodology3 Executive Summary4 Introduction4.1 Overview4.2 Key Industry Trends5 Global Gaming Market5.1 Market Overview5.2 Market Performance5.3 Impact of COVID-195.4 Price Analysis5.5 Market Breakup by Device Type5.6 Market Breakup by Platform5.7 Market Breakup by Revenue Type5.8 Market Breakup by Type5.9 Market Breakup by Age Group5.10 Market Breakup by Region5.11 Market Forecast5.12 SWOT Analysis5.12.1 Overview5.12.2 Strengths5.12.3 Weaknesses5.12.4 Opportunities5.12.5 Threats5.13 Value Chain Analysis5.13.1 Overview5.13.2 Research and Development5.13.3 Inputs5.13.4 Products and Services5.13.5 Marketing and Distribution5.13.6 End Users5.13.7 Post Sales Service5.14 Porters Five Forces Analysis5.14.1 Overview5.14.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers5.14.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers5.14.4 Degree of Competition5.14.5 Threat of New Entrants5.14.6 Threat of Substitutes5.14.7 Threats6 Market Breakup by Device Type6.1 Consoles6.1.1 Market Trends6.1.2 Market Forecast6.2 Mobiles and Tablets6.2.1 Market Trends6.2.2 Market Forecast6.3 Computers6.3.1 Market Trends6.3.2 Market Forecast7 Market Breakup by Platform7.1 Online7.1.1 Market Trends7.1.2 Market Forecast7.2 Offline7.2.1 Market Trends7.2.2 Market Forecast8 Market Breakup by Revenue Type8.1 In-Game Purchase8.1.1 Market Trends8.1.2 Market Forecast8.2 Game Purchase8.2.1 Market Trends8.2.2 Market Forecast8.3 Advertising8.3.1 Market Trends8.3.2 Market Forecast9 Market Breakup by Type9.1 Adventure/Role Playing Games9.1.1 Market Trends9.1.2 Market Forecast9.2 Puzzles9.2.1 Market Trends9.2.2 Market Forecast9.3 Social Games9.3.1 Market Trends9.3.2 Market Forecast9.4 Strategy9.4.1 Market Trends9.4.2 Market Forecast9.5 Simulation9.5.1 Market Trends9.5.2 Market Forecast9.6 Others9.6.1 Market Trends9.6.2 Market Forecast10 Market Breakup by Age Group10.1 Adult10.1.1 Market Trends10.1.2 Market Forecast10.2 Children10.2.1 Market Trends10.2.2 Market Forecast11 Market Breakup by Region11.1 Asia Pacific11.1.1 Market Trends11.1.2 Market Forecast11.2 North America11.2.1 Market Trends11.2.2 Market Forecast11.3 Europe11.3.1 Market Trends11.3.2 Market Forecast11.4 Middle East and Africa11.4.1 Market Trends11.4.2 Market Forecast11.5 Latin America11.5.1 Market Trends11.5.2 Market Forecast12 Competitive Landscape12.1 Market Structure12.2 Key Players12.3 Profiles of Key Players12.3.1 Tencent Holdings Limited12.3.2 Sony Corporation12.3.3 Microsoft Corporation12.3.4 Apple Inc.12.3.5 Activision Blizzard, Inc.12.3.6 Google LLC12.3.7 NetEase Inc.12.3.8 Electronic Arts Inc.12.3.9 Nintendo Co., Ltd.12.3.10 Bandai Namco Holdings Inc.For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/cfhwgm CONTACT: CONTACT: ResearchAndMarkets.com Laura Wood, Senior Press Manager press@researchandmarkets.com For E.S.T Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470 For U.S./CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900
Bitcoin is at a "tipping point" and could in the future become the preferred currency for international trade or face a "speculative implosion," Citi analysts said. With the recent embrace by the likes of Tesla Inc and Mastercard Inc, bitcoin could be at the start of a "massive transformation" into the mainstream, Citi said in a report. The growing involvement from institutional investors in recent years contrasts with heavy retail-focus for most of the past decade, it added.
As Bolivia struggled late last year to secure deals with large drug firms to supply COVID-19 vaccines, the incoming president, Luis Arce, turned to Russia for help. By the end of December, Bolivia clinched its first major COVID-19 vaccine deal, with enough shots for some 20% of the population. The first Sputnik V doses arrived in the country in late January, just as virus cases were spiking.
The "Global Clinical In Vitro Diagnostic Medical Laboratory Services Market - Strategy & Trends, Volume & Price Forecasts by Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Pathology, Covid-19, and Molecular Dx by Country: Updated with Impact of COVID-19 - 2021 to 2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
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The staggered re-opening of the university has started as the authorities have also opened the premises for students studying for bachelors and masters degrees, belonging to the PwD (persons with disability) category
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The "Global Athleisure Market - Growth, Trends, and Forecast (2021-2026)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
ALBION ENTERPRISE VCT PLC Issue of Equity and Total Voting Rights LEI Code 213800OVSRDHRJBMO720 The first allotment for the 2020/2021 tax year of new ordinary shares of nominal value 1 penny per share ("New Ordinary Shares") in Albion Enterprise VCT PLC (the “Company”) under the Albion VCTs Prospectus Top Up Offers 2020/21 (the “Offers”), (which was launched on 5 January 2021) took place on 26 February 2021. Pursuant to the Prospectus, the Company offered an early bird discount of 1% on issue costs to existing shareholders and 0.5% on issue costs to new subscribers. These early bird discounts were available to investors who subscribed for new shares for the first £10m received by 2 p.m. on 26 February 2021 across the five VCTs participating in the Offers. The cost of these discounts is being borne by the Manager, Albion Capital Group LLP. The issue pricing of the new shares has been calculated to avoid any capital dilution to existing shareholders who do not participate in the Offers. The Company has received valid applications for 1,516,559 New Ordinary Shares which will be allotted at an issue price of 114.0 pence per share from existing shareholders and 378,823 New Ordinary Shares allotted at an issue price of 114.6 pence per share for new subscribers, both of which qualified for the early bird discount. A further 5,550,826 New Ordinary Shares will be allotted at an issue price of 115.2 pence per share (which did not qualify for the early bird discount). The total net proceeds receivable by the Company for this allotment is approximately £8.4 million. Application has been made to the Financial Conduct Authority for 7,446,208 New Ordinary Shares to be admitted to the Official List and to the London Stock Exchange for the New Ordinary Shares to be admitted to trading on the London Stock Exchange's market for listed securities. The New Ordinary Shares rank pari passu with the existing shares in issue. The record date in respect of the dividend of 2.74 pence per share paid on 26 February 2021 was 5 February 2021, and as a result, the New Ordinary Shares did not qualify for this dividend. It is expected that admission to the Official List will become effective and that dealings in the New Ordinary Shares will commence within three Business Days following allotment. The Offers which constitute separate offers have been fully subscribed and all have been closed to further applications. The total amount raised across the Albion VCTs under the Offers is £58.5 million (of which £56.2 million relates to this tax year 2020/2021). Following this allotment and in conformity with the provisions of DTR 5.6, we make the following notifications in connection with the issued share capital of the Company: The Company's capital as at 26 February 2021 consists of 85,232,100 ordinary shares with a nominal value of 1 penny each. The Company holds 10,163,317 ordinary shares in Treasury. Therefore, the total number of voting rights in the Company is 75,068,783 which may be used by shareholders and other persons as the denominator for the calculations by which they will determine if they are required to notify their interest in, or a change to their interest in, the Company under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules. For further information, please contact: Albion Capital Group LLPCompany Secretary 020 7601 18501 March 2021
At least 18 people were killed as police opened fire on protesters in several cities in Myanmar on February 28, the United Nations said. It was the bloodiest day since protests against the military coup began at the start of the month.This footage was described by the source, News Watch TV, as showing police shooting at protesters at Hledan Road in Yangon. As the shots ring out off camera, protesters are seen using makeshift shields as they try to pull wounded people out of the street.Other witness video seen by Storyful showed a wounded man being treated at the same location.According to Frontier Myanmar, at least four people were killed in Yangon on Sunday. This included at least two in the Hledan Road area.“Deaths reportedly occurred as a result of live ammunition fired into crowds in Yangon, Dawei, Mandalay, Myeik, Bago and Pokokku,” a UN Human Rights Office spokesman said.Mass arrests were also reported, and attacks on the press. The AP said on March 1 that one of its journalists had been arrested.Ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi and President Win Myint were charged with incitement on March 1, Myanmar Now reported. Credit: News Watch TV via Storyful
The first cases of a new coronavirus variant first identified in Manaus, north Brazil, have been identified in the UK, health officials have said. There is also a variant under investigation, a second variant from Brazil, that has been detected in a handful of cases in the UK, but is not causing scientists serious concern.
Hospital leaders said the pandemic has shown that the health service has insufficient critical care beds.
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The nucleotides market is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 8% during the forecast period. The major factor driving the market studied is the growing demand for nucleotides from pharmaceuticals and Increased Demand due to the COVID-19 Outbreak.New York, March 01, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report "Nucleotides Market - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2021 - 2026)" - https://www.reportlinker.com/p06028514/?utm_source=GNW On the flip side, the high manufacturing cost of nucleotides are hindering the growth of the market.- Nucleotides from pharmaceutical applications are expected to dominate the market studied over the forecast period.- North American region represents the largest market and is also expected to be the fastest-growing market over the forecast period owing to the increasing consumption from countries such as the United States and Canada.Key Market TrendsGrowing Demand of Nucleotides from Pharmaceuticals- A nucleotide is an organic molecule that is the building block of DNA and RNA and also have functions related to cell signaling, metabolism, and enzyme reactions.- A purine nucleoside made from nucleotides is used to treat relapsed or refractory acute lymphoblastic leukemia in patients aged from 1 to 21 years old.- Nucleotide-based medicines use artificial DNA and RNA (nucleotides) to target cellular genetic information directly, shutting off genetic diseases at their source.- The digital revolution and the availability of newer and improved biotechnological technologies is going to bring a revolutionary change in pharmaceutical sector.- Hence, owing to the above-mentioned factors, the application of nucleotides from pharmaceutical is likely to dominate during the forecast period.North America Region to Dominate the Market- North America region is expected to dominate the market for nucleotide during the forecast period. The rising demand of nucleotide from pharmaceutical and growing application as food additives in countries like United States and Canada is expected to drive the demand for nucleotide in this region.- The largest producers of nucleotide are located in North America region. Some of the leading companies in the production of nucleotide are Bioline, Jena Bioscience GmbH, Exoticbiosolutions, ThermoFisher Scientific Inc and STAR LAKE BIOSCIENCE among others.- As people are becoming more health conscious and adopting a healthy lifestyle in the United States and Canada, the sale of a pharmaceutical drug including nucleotide is likely to increase.- Growing chemotherapy treatment in North America and Europe due to advanced healthcare facilities which provide effective treatment options is likely to boost demand for nucleotides from chemotherapy treatment.- Owing to the above-mentioned factors, the market for nucleotide in the North America region is projected to grow significantly during the study period.Competitive LandscapeThe global nucleotides market is partially consolidated in nature with only few major players dominating the market. Some of the major companies are Bioline, Jena Bioscience GmbH, exoticbiosolutions, ThermoFisher Scientific Inc and STAR LAKE BIOSCIENCE among othersReasons to Purchase this report:- The market estimate (ME) sheet in Excel format- 3 months of analyst supportRead the full report: https://www.reportlinker.com/p06028514/?utm_source=GNWAbout ReportlinkerReportLinker is an award-winning market research solution. Reportlinker finds and organizes the latest industry data so you get all the market research you need - instantly, in one place.__________________________ CONTACT: Clare: clare@reportlinker.com US: (339)-368-6001 Intl: +1 339-368-6001