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OCI Global Announces Leadership Changes

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3 months ago

October 15, 2024

AMSTERDAM, Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — OCI Global (Euronext: OCI) (“OCI” or the “Company”) a leading global producer and distributor of hydrogen products today announced that Mr. Ahmed El-Hoshy has informed the Board that he will resign as CEO of OCI after more than four years in the role, and that he will continue as the CEO of Fertiglobe on a full-time basis, to lead it through its next phase of growth. Mr. Hassan Badrawi, OCI’s current Chief Financial Officer will assume responsibility as Chief Executive Officer of OCI. Mr. Beshoy Guirguis, OCI’s current Vice President of Global Growth and Transformation, and Chief Financial Officer of OCI US Nitrogen will assume the role of Chief Financial Officer of OCI. All changes will become effective immediately.

Nassef Sawiris, Executive Chairman of OCI commented: “I want to express my appreciation for Ahmed’s significant contribution over the last 15 years, for his leadership and dedication, and to wish him continued success in his onward journey with Fertiglobe. Looking to OCI’s future, we are entering a new development phase with a refocus on investments and M&A, facilitated by a multi-billion-dollar equity investment capacity (excluding incremental dividend distributions to be announced), an exceptional management team and a superior track record. Since 2000, OCI has returned approximately USD 20 billion of capital¹ to its shareholders, or an equivalent approximate 40% IRR². Going forward, OCI as a listed vehicle will continue to deploy its entrepreneurial, intellectual and financial capital in the same pursuit of creating shareholder value. I very much welcome Hassan’s appointment as CEO, a 23-year OCI veteran who brings with him a wealth of directly relevant experience to this new stage of growth in his prior capacity as CFO and Head of M&A having been responsible for OCI’s recent strategic review, its successful outcome and having overseen our USD 15 billion cement exit in 2008. I am very confident that under Hassan’s leadership, OCI will continue to create long-term value for our shareholders, advancing an extraordinary legacy and track record to date.”

Ahmed El-Hoshy, Chief Executive Officer of OCI commented: “Over the past 15 years, I have witnessed OCI emerge as a global leader in fertilizers and chemicals. I am honored to have been a part of this incredible journey and to have contributed to OCI’s success on behalf of all our stakeholders. It has been a privilege to lead OCI and I am extremely proud of what we have built together, and of the enduring value and goodwill that has been created. I am grateful to my colleagues, to the Board and to all our shareholders for their unwavering commitment and support over the years. I look forward to the next chapter with Fertiglobe and am certain that OCI is poised for continued success.”

In his Chief Executive role, Mr. El-Hoshy has led the Company’s strategy to prioritize value accretive decarbonization growth across its global portfolio to become an industry leader in the ammonia and methanol sectors. Over the last year, Mr. El-Hoshy has played an integral role in the successful divestment of several business to strategic buyers to unlock significant value for shareholders. Previously, Mr. El-Hoshy led the growth of OCI’s US and European businesses, as well as being heavily involved in the creation and subsequent initial public offering of Fertiglobe in 2021. Since joining OCI in 2009, Mr. El-Hoshy has held several positions across the Group including Global Chief Operating Officer, Chief Executive Officer of OCI Americas, and Director of Business Development and Investments.

In his capacity as Group Chief Financial Officer reporting into the Executive Chair and the Board of Directors, Mr. Badrawi has been instrumental in directing OCI’s M&A activities, in leading OCI’s financial and capital markets strategy, and in assuming responsibility for the Finance, Investor Relations and Communications functions. Since joining OCI in 2001, Mr. Badrawi has held various leadership positions across Finance, Investor Relations, M&A, Corporate and Business Development, Strategy and Project Management. Mr. Badrawi also served on the Board of OCI Global and Fertiglobe.

Mr. Guirguis currently serves as Vice President of Global Growth and Transformation, and Chief Financial Officer of OCI’s US Nitrogen business. Previously, Mr. Guirguis was Chief Financial Officer of OCI Americas, including OCI Partners prior to its delisting. Since late 2011, Mr Guirguis has been a key part of the leadership team responsible for OCI’s growth and build out in North America, undertaking various roles including project development and financial management, and has extensive experience in the financial, industrial, and petrochemical industries.

¹ Includes the announced EUR 14.5 per share distribution and ~USD 2.4 billion of non-cash returns
² Management estimate

About OCI Global

Learn more about OCI at www.oci-global.com. You can also follow OCI on LinkedIn.

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DataLend: 2024 Securities Lending Revenue Down 10% YoY to $9.64 Billion

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8 hours ago

January 2, 2025

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Lending revenue dips against backdrop of record-high indices

NEW YORK, Jan. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The global securities finance industry generated $9.64 billion in revenue for lenders in 2024, according to DataLend, the market data service of fintech EquiLend. The figure represents a 10.3% decrease from the $10.74 billion generated in 2023.

Global broker-to-broker activity, where broker-dealers lend and borrow securities from each other, totaled an additional $2.57 billion in revenue for 2024, a 9.9% decrease from 2023.

Equity lending revenues fell 13% globally, with North America revenue declining 15% and EMEA revenue dropping 24%. In North America, the cause for the revenue decline was a 19% decrease in average fees, while in EMEA, fees and balances decreased 16% and 11%, respectively. Equity lending revenues in APAC were largely flat year-over-year.

Global sovereign debt revenue increased by 8% over 2023, with U.S. treasuries making up the lion’s share of the gains. Treasuries were up 16% year-over-year, driven by a 14% growth in balances.

In corporate debt lending, global revenue declined by 21% as a regression from a record 2023 continued. Fees were the main culprit, with a steep 29% decrease driving the year-over-year decline in revenue.

The top five earning securities in 2024 were Sirius XM Holdings (SIRI US), Lucid Group (LCID US), Beyond Meat Inc. (BYND US), Tempus AI Inc. (TEM US) and Trump Media & Technology Group (DJT US). The five securities in total generated $644 million for lenders over the course of 2024, a significant dip from the $1.11 billion generated by 2023’s top five earners.

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About DataLend
DataLend, the market data service within EquiLend’s Data & Analytics Solutions group, tracks daily market movements across more than 200,000 securities, covering $35 trillion in lendable assets and $2.6 trillion in on-loan assets for the securities finance market. www.datalend.com

About EquiLend
EquiLend is a global financial technology firm offering Trading, Post-Trade, Data & Analytics, RegTech and Platform Solutions for the securities finance industry. EquiLend has offices in North America, EMEA and Asia-Pacific and is regulated in jurisdictions around the globe. www.equilend.com

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Bookkeeping in USA: Empower Business Growth and Success with IBN Technologies

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14 hours ago

January 2, 2025

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NEW YORK, Jan. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a dynamic and increasingly complex business environment, small businesses across the USA are experiencing a growing need for expert financial management solutions. Bookkeeping in USA, a critical yet often overlooked business function, is proving essential for companies striving to stay competitive, compliant, and efficient.

Recent studies highlight the importance of tailored bookkeeping solutions to address challenges such as fluctuating tax laws, rising operational costs, and stringent compliance requirements. The demand for professional bookkeeping services in USA has surged, showcasing their role in fostering small business resilience and growth.

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The Role of Bookkeeping in Small Business Success

Bookkeeping in USA offers small business owners’ clarity and control over their financial health. As the business landscape evolves, it is becoming a strategic necessity rather than just a support function. Challenges like tax compliance, cash flow management, and accurate financial reporting require dedicated expertise, which many small business owners find daunting to handle independently.

Insights from Industry Experts

“Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and they deserve tools that empower them to succeed,” says Ajay Mehta, CEO of IBN Technologies. “Bookkeeping services enable entrepreneurs to focus on their strengths while ensuring their financial bases are secure.”

IBN Technologies has positioned itself as a leader in this space, offering streamlined bookkeeping services that align with industry standards and leverage cutting-edge technology. The company’s solutions are designed to help businesses avoid costly financial missteps, manage cash flow effectively, and maintain compliance with ever-changing regulations.

Modernizing Bookkeeping with Technology

The adoption of cloud-based bookkeeping solutions marks a transformative step forward for small businesses. Real-time access to financial data, enhanced security, and seamless collaboration between business owners and financial experts have made these tools indispensable. IBN Technologies integrates state-of-the-art technology into its services, ensuring clients can monitor their finances anytime, anywhere.

Addressing Tax Compliance and Financial Challenges

One of the most significant challenges for small businesses in the USA is navigating the complex web of federal and state tax laws. IBN Technologies specializes in offering tax-ready to serve bookkeeping in USA that not only mitigate the risk of audits but also identify potential tax savings. This dual approach has enabled many businesses to achieve better financial outcomes while reducing stress.

About IBN Technologies

IBN Technologies LLC, an outsourcing specialist with 25 years of experience, serves clients across the United States, United Kingdom, Middle East, and India. Renowned for its expertise in RPA, Intelligent process automation includes AP Automation services like P2P, Q2C, and Record-to-Report. IBN Technologies provides solutions compliant with ISO 9001:2015, 27001:2022, CMMI-5, and GDPR standards. The company has established itself as a leading provider of IT, KPO, and BPO outsourcing services in finance and accounting, including CPAs, hedge funds, alternative investments, banking, travel, human resources, and retail industries. It offers customized solutions that drive efficiency and growth.

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CUBE COMPLETES ACQUISITION OF THOMSON REUTERS REGULATORY INTELLIGENCE AND ODEN BUSINESSES

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16 hours ago

January 2, 2025

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Acquisition delivers an expanded customer base with a deep global subject matter expertise network that further powers CUBE’s RegBrain AI across its industry proven SaaS RegPlatform™
CUBE continues to see strong organic customer growth in its well-established enterprise sector whilst also accelerating growth across the mid-market sector
2024 was a year of strategic milestones for CUBE including the partnership with Hg, expanding its global footprint across six main hubs, the acquisition of Reg-Room and Thomson Reuters Regulatory Intelligence and Oden businesses, together with pivotal board and executive appointments

LONDON, Jan. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CUBE, a global leader in Automated Regulatory Intelligence (ARI) and Regulatory Change Management (RCM), has today formally announced the completion of its acquisition of the Thomson Reuters Regulatory Intelligence and Oden businesses on 31 December 2024.

The acquisition of these global businesses is another step forward in CUBE’s growth plans as a leader in regulatory intelligence. It will supplement and enhance CUBE’s ability to deliver significant scale across many of the world’s leading and systemically important financial institutions. CUBE’s global customer base will expand to total approximately 1,000 customers in banking, insurance, asset and investment management, payments and adjacent regulated industries.

CUBE’s Founder and CEO, Ben Richmond, said: “The completion of this acquisition is a major milestone for CUBE in a year that has seen many important milestones including our strategic partnership with Hg, the acquisition of Reg-Room, and the acquisition of Thomson Reuters Regulatory Intelligence and Oden businesses.”

“Thomson Reuters is best known in the industry for providing regulatory analysis and subject matter expertise combined with world-leading journalism and news,” said Ben Richmond. “The powerful combination of CUBE’s AI and the years of human generated content curated by Thomson Reuters Regulatory Intelligence and Oden subject matter experts sets us apart in the industry. This new dimension at CUBE will accelerate innovation and drive further growth and opportunity in 2025 and beyond.”

Following the announcement of its strategic partnership with Hg in March 2024, CUBE has now completed two transformational US-based acquisitions across three businesses whilst continuing to assemble a highly experienced executive team. CUBE’s continued impressive growth saw its presence in the enterprise sector surpassing 200 customers and now represents around 40% of Tier 1 financial institutions globally. In the mid-market sector, serving small and medium sized enterprises, CUBE now has near 800 customers.

With this growth CUBE solidified its global footprint by establishing offices across its six main hubs focused on customer support and implementation; with the number of employees at CUBE doubling to near 700 and a comparable increase in the number of countries where CUBE’s employees are located, which now totals 15 countries.

Ben Richmond said: “We are excited to welcome all of our new colleagues to CUBE – 2025 promises to be yet another significant year for the business as we continue to deliver further innovation focused on automating regulatory compliance and risk management for our customers.”

The definitive agreement was originally announced in May 2024 and terms were not disclosed.

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