Narf Industries PLC - Progress update re: commercialization
Narf Industries plc (LSE: NARF) accelerates product development and market entry by transforming government-funded research into scalable commercial products. Leveraging Agentic AI and LLM infrastructure, Narf introduces Social Cyber to tackle open-source software threats while establishing a foothold in the Software Supply Chain Security market. The company's growth focuses on key strategic partnerships and sustained commercialization
Solvonis Therapeutic - Engagement of PharmaVentures
Solvonis Therapeutics has partnered with PharmaVentures to advise on the commercialisation of AWKN-001 and AWKN-002, two late-stage assets for treating Alcohol Use Disorder. The partnership aims to maximise the commercial potential of these therapies, which represent a potential combined value of over £200 million through future licensing and royalty agreements.
BP PLC - bp chair announces intention to step down
BP has initiated a process to find a new Chair after Helge Lund announced his intent to step down. The process is led by Dame Amanda Blanc, Senior Independent Director, aiming for a seamless transition in 2026. The board's focus remains on delivering BP's strategy and enhancing shareholder value.
Cavendish PLC - Full Year Trading Update
Cavendish PLC reported £55m in revenues for FY25, maintaining profitability throughout the year. With a robust cash position of £21m, the investment bank capitalized on market opportunities, boasting strong growth in private markets and increased public market share. The company is poised to benefit from a shift toward UK equities, leveraging its regional expansion and advisory expertise.
SDI Group PLC - Acquisition of Collins Walker
SDI Group PLC has announced the acquisition of Collins Walker, a profitable business in the high-growth industrial electric boiler market, for approximately £1.85m. The acquisition enhances SDI's strategic entry into this regulatory-driven sector and aligns with its growth strategy to leverage its existing manufacturing capacity for accelerated market penetration.
THG PLC - Completion of debt refinancing
THG PLC announces it has successfully completed its debt refinancing, extending key maturities to 2029 and reducing net total leverage from 3.2x to 2.2x. This strategic move highlights THG's cash generative capacity and ambition for a neutral net cash position. J.P. Morgan, Barclays, and others assisted in this comprehensive financial restructuring.