老铺黄金首启2024年中期业绩说明会 ACN Newswire

老铺黄金首启2024年中期业绩说明会

香港, 2024年9月4日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) — 2024年9月3日,老铺黄金(股份代号:6181)在北京东方君悦大酒店举办2024年上半年业绩说明会,这是老铺黄金登陆资本市场后第一次大型交流活动,吸引了三百余位境内外投资者、分析师的积极参与和广泛关注。老铺黄金执行董事兼副总经理冯建军先生及副总经理、财务总监李佳女士就公司2024年上半年业务回顾及展望、主要经营业绩和财务数据进行了详细介绍。同时,老铺黄金董事长、总经理和研发总监徐高明及管理层就投资者普遍关心的问题进行了解答。今年上半年,老铺黄金实现营业收入35.20亿元,同比增长148.3%;实现净利润5.88亿元,同比增长199%。继2023年业绩大幅增长之后,老铺黄金在2024年上半年业绩再创新高。在消费市场面临着深刻变化的当下,老铺黄金聚焦品牌战略定位,凭借在品牌定位、产品品质、渠道布局和线下门店场景上显著的差异化竞争优势,老铺黄金持续保持超越行业的强劲增长势头,开创了行业市场新高!恪守高端品牌定位,品牌影响力持续扩大老铺黄金是经中国黄金协会认证的“我国率先推广「古法黄金」概念的品牌,也是中国古法手工金器专业第一品牌”。老铺黄金坚持战略聚焦,凭借多年的市场积累,在市场已形成了显著的品牌溢价能力,尤其在高净值人群中,已具足显著高的品牌认可度。坚持产品持续优化、推新迭代,始终引领行业产品市场趋势老铺黄金拥有一整支创新能力强、专注且专业的研发团队,老铺黄金经过多年的产品定位专注,并持续生产加工工艺革新,在行业内首创「足金镶嵌钻石」产品和「金胎烧蓝」产品。在公司文化和研发创新机制的保障下,持续研发出合符市场消费趋势和时代时尚审美的经典产品,强力支持品牌营收的持续增长。国内门店优化、新店拓展稳步推进公司的门店数量稳步扩张,对比2023年同期,老铺黄金新增的6家门店位于广州太古汇、南京德基广场、杭州万象城、北京国贸商城、天津万象城和香港尖沙咀广东道等核心商圈。2024年3月31日,老铺黄金在香港尖沙咀广东道开设的旗舰店盛大启幕,这座位于海港城对面的三层街边门店建筑面积逾1,000平米,是老铺黄金目前面积最大的单体门店,也是公司探寻大店商业模式和推进国际化进程中的重要一步。单店店效快速提升老铺黄金的店效快速提升。2024年上半年,老铺黄金的同店销售增长超过100%,门店店均收入超过2023年全年水平。根据弗若斯特沙利文的资料,老铺黄金以中国内地单店平均收入在2024年上半年度于行业收入排名第一。在上半年黄金消费整体表现不佳的大背景下,老铺黄金的门店却因经常排起消费长队而在社会受到热议。未来,老铺黄金将恪守高端品牌定位,坚持「品牌国际化和市场全球化」的市场战略,不断强大品牌市场影响,持续产品研发创新和工艺革新,不断推进产品升级迭代,致力打造具足中国经典文化价值和国际竞争力的中国高端黄金珠宝品牌,开创行业一个新的时代! Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.
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比恐龙杀手更大的小行星将太阳系最大卫星撞歪 Latest News

比恐龙杀手更大的小行星将太阳系最大卫星撞歪

(SeaPRwire) - 6500万年前导致恐龙灭绝的小行星撞击事件可能是一次重大的宇宙灾难,但它与大约40亿年前发生在木星卫星木卫三上的一场更大的撞击事件相比,简直是小巫见大巫。这是一项发表在《科学报告》上的研究得出的结论,该研究表明,遥远的木卫三被这场久远之前的轰炸完全撞偏了。 木卫三是木星最复杂的卫星之一,也是整个太阳系中最令人着迷的天体之一。它是唯一已知的拥有自身磁场的卫星,据信它拥有一个深达60英里的咸水海洋,位于95英里厚的岩石外壳之下。这使得它成为生命潜在出现的理想场所。木卫三的直径近3300英里,也是太阳系最大的卫星——甚至比直径3030英里的水星还要大。但这并不意味着它不会受到撞击。 与我们的月球一样,木卫三也是潮汐锁定——这意味着它始终将同一面朝向其母星。在20世纪80年代,天文学家发现木卫三远侧中心存在着一个辐射状的涟漪状沟壑系统,其直径超过1000英里。这样的伤疤只能是撞击形成的——但其撞击力有多大一直不清楚。撞击的规模可能对木卫三的内部结构和温度产生影响,而这反过来又可能对生命的出现产生影响。现在,日本神户大学的行星学家平田直之认为,他对撞击的力量和撞击物的尺寸有了更多了解。 平田直之运行了一个计算机模型,估计留下涟漪的撞击物必须至少有185英里宽——与杀死恐龙的小行星相比,绝对是巨大的——尤其考虑到木卫三和地球的相对尺寸。撞击地球的小行星直径不超过10英里,或者说地球7917英里直径的0.112%。木卫三的小行星完全是其直径的5%。 这种撞击不仅留下了一道伤疤,还将木卫三撞歪了。根据平田直之的计算,木卫三的远侧,即涟漪所在的区域,曾经位于木卫三的北极地区。但撞击的力量和撞击小行星的额外重量使木卫三倾斜了。正如2015年发现的那样,类似的撞击导致冥王星也发生了类似的倾斜,冥王星是一颗矮行星,它以相对于围绕太阳公转轨道倾斜57度的角度旋转。这次撞击导致了冥王星五颗卫星的产生。 木卫三将在2034年得到更深入的研究,届时欧洲航天局于2023年发射的木星冰卫星探测器(JUICE)将抵达木卫三并进入其轨道。平田直之希望这能进一步扩展天文学家对木卫三和类似卫星的了解。 “我想了解木卫三和其他木星卫星的起源和演化,”他在与他的研究发布相关的声明中说。“我相信,未来可以进行进一步的研究,应用于冰卫星的内部演化。”本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
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Friendly Technologies 将在 Network X 2024 上展示先进的 TR-369/USP 设备管理平台 Finance

Friendly Technologies 将在 Network X 2024 上展示先进的 TR-369/USP 设备管理平台

(SeaPRwire) - 巴黎, 2024 年 8 月 29 日 — 全球物联网和设备管理解决方案领导者 Friendly Technologies 很高兴宣布其将参加 Network X 2024,并在宽带论坛展馆 7/8 号展位展出。该活动将在巴黎举行,将成为 Friendly Technologies 展示其尖端的 TR-369/USP(统一设备管理)解决方案以及一系列其他创新设备管理技术的平台。 Network X 是一个全球领先的活动,汇集了电信和物联网行业中最有影响力的思想领袖。作为此次盛会的参与者,Friendly Technologies 将展示其旗舰设备管理平台,旨在简化和优化连接设备的整个生命周期。 Network X 的主要亮点: 统一设备管理 (UDM):Friendly 的 TR-369/USP 平台使服务提供商能够高效地管理任何网络上的任何设备,无论使用何种协议。此综合解决方案支持 TR-069、TR-369、OMA-DM 和 LwM2M,使其成为市场上最通用的可扩展平台。 可扩展且安全的解决方案:凭借管理着全球数百万台设备的运营商级、经过现场验证的平台,Friendly Technologies 为服务提供商确保了无与伦比的可靠性和安全性。 Wi-Fi 管理 Plus:Wi-Fi 管理 Plus 包含高级 Wi-Fi 优化功能,使服务提供商能够分析和解决 Wi-Fi 相关问题,同时提供连接家庭内用户体验的整体视图。 Friendly QoE: Friendly QoE 收集关键数据并提供警报,提供对用户体验的全面分析。该系统根据 Wi-Fi 强度、互联网连接质量和设备性能生成独特的家庭评分。 参加宽带论坛研讨会: Tzvi Skapinker,Friendly Technologies 的首席运营官,将在 10 月 8 日 和 9 日的宽带论坛研讨会上发表演讲,讨论服务货币化和管理家庭解决方案创新等关键行业主题。 “我们很高兴能成为 Network X 的一部分,并通过我们的 TR-369/USP 平台展示设备管理的未来,”Skapinker 说。“我们的解决方案旨在满足服务提供商不断变化的需求,为他们提供工具,以提供卓越的客户体验并管理日益复杂的物联网和智能家居生态系统。” Friendly Technologies 邀请 Network X 2024 的所有与会者访问宽带论坛展馆 7/8 号展位,探索其创新解决方案如何能够在不断增长的互联世界中提高效率,降低运营成本并增强服务交付。 关于 Friendly Technologies Friendly Technologies 是面向物联网、智能家居和 TR-069/TR-369 设备管理的运营商级平台的领先提供商。Friendly Technologies 的解决方案在全球拥有超过 200 个部署,使服务提供商和物联网公司能够安全高效地管理数百万台设备。Friendly Technologies 被 Frost & Sullivan 评为统一设备和智能家居管理领域的全球领导者,并不断进行创新,确保其客户始终走在时代的前沿。 了解更多信息,请访问 SOURCE Friendly Technologies本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
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Indigo 悄然面世,将 AI 带入住宅交易 Finance

Indigo 悄然面世,将 AI 带入住宅交易

(SeaPRwire) - 继Burnett诉NAR案之后,Indigo为房地产经纪人、买家和卖家提供简化的沟通、竞标和谈判流程,以适应变化。 纽约, 2024年8月15日 — ,市场上首个AI驱动的房产交易平台,今天正式推出,并与Compass、Keller Williams、eXp、RE/MAX等领先的房地产经纪人和团队合作。Indigo将在北卡罗来纳州夏洛特推出,未来几个月将在更多市场推出。 Indigo的旗舰产品Home Checkout将行业从搜索门户提升到交易平台,为市场带来前所未有的透明度。Indigo的Contracts AI和自动化平台简化了所有沟通、竞标和谈判,为房地产经纪人、买家和卖家提供愉快的、透明的交易体验。 利用AI为市场带来透明度。 随着行业里程碑式的和解协议将佣金解耦,经纪人与买家和卖家合作方式的重大转变正在进行。如今,经纪人和他们的客户正在经历重大的变化,面临着沟通挑战,并对被新行业模式抛弃感到不安。Indigo的技术解决了这种新现实,并赋予房地产专业人士引领行业发展的力量,为他们的买家和卖家带来透明度、数据智能和市场首创的方案。 典型的房产交易涉及数十份表格,数百页内容,涉及多个人。Indigo的AI自动化将合同和流程转换为相互关联的智能工作流程,从而节省时间、减少人为错误,并使流程直观易懂。凭借自动映射、提取和连接合同的能力,Indigo能够从佣金到报价等方面实时展现市场趋势。 “作为独立平台,我们通过促进开放、透明的房产交易来帮助所有市场参与者——房地产经纪人、买家和卖家。我们相信这将成为新的行业模式。随着行业从以搜索为中心向以交易为中心模式转变,消费者和经纪人将要求更便捷、更直观的体验,”Shaival Shah,Indigo的联合创始人兼首席执行官说。 “为了将新的行业模式推向市场,必须改进信息、实时情报和决策能力,以促进市场应得的透明度。重新构想新的体验和工作流程基础设施需要强大的技术实力。” Shah说。 “Indigo的专有AI模型正是这样做的——解决以前不可能解决的新问题和现有问题。为了服务于更现代、更透明的体验,我们相信这是我们应该加倍努力的方向。” 推出Indigo的Home CheckoutIndigo是首个将房产上市和报价统一到一个简单协作体验中的房产交易平台。 Indigo帮助挂牌经纪人通过上市店面获得卖家想要的条款,这些店面传达重要的卖家偏好、推动需求,以及收集和验证所有报价。 Indigo帮助买方经纪人在几秒钟内——从任何设备——使用其Contracts AI驱动的写作和验证功能撰写合规的报价和代理合同。 这为买家和卖家提供了前所未有的透明度,让他们了解卖家的愿望、市场需求和谈判情况。 “随着房地产行业迅速发展,对准确、及时的市场数据需求变得至关重要。现在,经纪人和客户依赖于数据驱动的洞察力来应对交易的复杂性,并做出明智的决定。Indigo提供了一个利用AI提供这些关键洞察力的尖端平台,使其成为行业变革者,”Kourosh Sharifi,RE/MAX Executive的首席财务官说。 Indigo由资深企业家Shaival Shah、Wei Gan、Paul Kim和Frances Bryant共同创立,他们汇集了在构建和运营全国性房地产科技品牌方面的成熟经验。Shaival和Wei之前创办了Ribbon,一个拥有超过100,000名经纪人的先驱现金报价平台,每年提供$20B/年的房产报价。Paul是Ribbon的首席架构师,领导Indigo的人工智能和架构开发。Frances曾任Ribbon的房地产主管,领导Indigo的房地产和运营。 关于Indigo Indigo是市场上首个AI驱动的房产交易平台。作为独立平台,Indigo统一了买卖体验,为房地产经纪人、买家和卖家带来前所未有的透明度、洞察力和便捷性。随着行业格局的变化,Indigo无缝管理从佣金到成交的沟通、竞标和谈判,形成一种协作体验。借助Indigo的Contracts AI,经纪人和房地产团队可以无缝地调整和连接核心合同、工作流程和流程,从而生成洞察力,为他们的买家和卖家提供美好的交易体验。 SOURCE Indigo本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
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经济衰退担忧超过加息对市场的影响 Finance

经济衰退担忧超过加息对市场的影响

(SeaPRwire) - 随着全球经济继续与迫在眉睫的衰退威胁作斗争,投资者情绪发生了重大转变。最近的市场分析表明,对经济衰退即将到来的担忧现已超过了对加息的担忧。这种关注点的转变对企业和投资者都具有深远的影响。 从历史上看,央行一直将利率调整作为管理经济稳定的主要工具。然而,随着经济衰退的阴影越来越大,此类措施的有效性正受到质疑。投资者越来越担心更广泛的经济放缓,这可能会带来超出利率变化直接影响的深远后果。 一个突出的例子是最近主要科技股的表现。亚马逊 (NASDAQ:AMZN) 和苹果 (NASDAQ:AAPL) 等公司的股价已因市场焦虑而波动。尽管盈利强劲且市场地位稳固,但这些巨头也无法幸免于经济衰退的普遍担忧。 金融行业也感受到压力。通常会从更高的利率中获益的银行和金融机构,现在正在应对贷款需求减少和违约增加的可能性。这种双刃剑导致该行业采取谨慎态度,许多机构正在重新评估其风险策略。 在企业界,企业正在为潜在的负面影响做好准备。各个行业的公司都在修改其预测并收紧预算,以应对经济放缓。这种先发制人的谨慎态度反映在股市上,波动性已成为新的常态。 消费者信心,衡量经济健康状况的重要指标,也受到打击。随着通货膨胀压力持续存在且工作保障变得不确定,消费模式正在发生变化。这种消费者行为的转变可能会影响零售业和服务业,这些行业严重依赖可支配支出。 此外,全球供应链在之前的干扰后已经不堪重负,现在面临着更多挑战。在不确定性加剧的情况下,企业正在努力维持库存水平和管理成本。这种供应链压力预计将进一步加剧经济不稳定,加剧投资者担忧。 总之,当前的市场环境是经济衰退担忧胜过加息的环境。投资者和企业必须谨慎地应对这种不确定的形势,在追求增长的同时,也要努力降低风险。随着形势的发展,保持知情和适应性将是取得成功的关键。 脚注:本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。 从历史上看,利率调整一直是管理经济稳定的主要工具。 . 金融行业面临着贷款需求减少和违约增加的双刃剑。 .
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PAUL MASSON 白兰地和 PAUL WALL 携手推出 PAUL MASSON ICE,为今夏带来清凉体验 Finance

PAUL MASSON 白兰地和 PAUL WALL 携手推出 PAUL MASSON ICE,为今夏带来清凉体验

(SeaPRwire) - 灵感来自休斯顿说唱歌手的标志性珠宝,Paul Masson ICE 是一款多感官白兰地,带有柑橘味,并以其他品牌无法比拟的冰爽口感收尾。 路易斯维尔,肯塔基州, 2024 年 8 月 5 日 — 嗖!这个夏天气温突然下降,这要归功于 Paul Masson Brandy 和“冰人”本尊 Paul Wall 的最新合作。隆重推出 Paul Masson ICE,一款多感官白兰地,拥有浓郁的橘子和葡萄柚风味,并以冰爽的口感收尾。凭借“Covered in Ice” 和“Grillz” 等歌曲,这款全新的 Paul Masson 酒款向 Wall 的镶满钻石的歌词和标志性的引人注目的珠宝致敬。 “我从来没有喝过像 Paul Masson ICE 这样的酒。它在结尾带来的冰爽感是无与伦比的,像我脖子上的冰一样冰冷,”Wall 说。“喝 Paul Masson ICE 没有错的方式。你可以把它和柠檬水、桃茶或我最喜欢的柠檬汽水混合在一起。难道你不觉得是时候在席卷全国的热浪中加入一点“ICE”了吗?!” Paul Masson Ice 酒瓶上的磨砂设计突出了这款酒独特的冰爽效果。包装还采用了变色技术,当酒瓶放入冰箱,酒液达到 40 度时,酒瓶的浅蓝色标签会变成深蓝色。作为对这位南方音乐人的另一个致敬,Paul Masson ICE 的酒精度为 59PF,指的是 Wall 在休斯顿德克萨斯州 Southlea 大街 5900 号发行了他的热门专辑“The People's Champ”时居住的地方。 “继我们去年极其成功的与 Paul 合作的派对之后,我们希望与 Paul Wall 更加紧密地合作,为粉丝们创造一些怀旧、有趣和互动的东西。Paul Masson ICE 向 2000 年代初期致敬,当时两位 Paul 都开始崭露头角,”Paul Masson Brandy 的副总裁 Jess Scheerhorn 说。“现在,粉丝们可以体验 Paul Wall 的歌词并‘制造自己的冷锋’,享受这款酒带来的令人难以置信的冰爽体验。” 去年,数千名消费者参与了“与 Paul 欢聚”的活动,这是两位传奇人物 Paul 之间的第一次合作。最终,一位粉丝赢得了在他们的家乡举办私人派对的机会,Wall 在派对上表演了他最受欢迎的歌曲,用他最喜欢的 Paul Masson 产品为酒吧备货,甚至还赠送了一套定制的烤肉架。 Paul Masson ICE 色泽清澈,具有清爽的柑橘风味和冰爽的口感,现在已通过 Sazerac 的经销商网络在美国各地的大部分非店面零售店广泛销售。它有 50ML、375ML 和 750ML 瓶装。 Paul Masson ICE 加入 Paul Masson 家族,该家族包含粉丝最喜欢的酒款,包括 VS、VSOP、桃子、苹果等。2023 年春天,该品牌在其系列中添加了椰子、巧克力、水果宾治、葡萄、香草和西瓜口味。 有关更多信息和未来新闻,请在社交媒体上关注 #PaulMassonICE 并关注 Paul Masson Brandy 的 。 关于 Paul Masson Brandy Paul Masson Grande Amber Brandy 以 100 多年的知识为基础,提供多功能性和卓越的味觉体验。从橡木陈酿过程到选择最优质葡萄的精心呵护,Grande Amber 秉承了 Paul Masson 辉煌的传统。有关更多信息,请访问 。 关于 Paul Wall 说唱歌手、DJ 和企业家 Paul Wall 是德克萨斯州最成功的独立音乐家之一。Wall 在 2005 年发行了他的主要专辑“The People's Champ”,该专辑在 Billboard 杂志的 200 强排行榜上排名第一,并很快获得了白金唱片认证。2007 年,Paul Wall 因与 Nelly 和 Jermaine Dupri 合作演唱的歌曲 GRILLZ 获得格莱美最佳说唱组合表演提名。Paul Wall 也是一位狂热的企业家。1998 年,Wall 与如今世界著名的珠宝商 Johnny Dang 合作销售定制金烤肉架。这对搭档已经建立了遍布全球的名人客户群,每天从他们奢华的休斯顿珠宝店售出 100 多个烤肉架。 Paul Wall 被称为“人民冠军”,因为他一直在德克萨斯州的贫困社区工作。飓风哈维来袭后,Wall 和他的妻子 Crystal 打开了 Crystal 健身房的大门,为受灾群众收集物资和捐款。每年夏天,Wall 都会举办“重返校园”背包赠送活动,以鼓励学生重返校园的热情。 SOURCE Sazerac本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
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美元店连锁店因价格上涨挤压消费者而苦苦挣扎 Finance

美元店连锁店因价格上涨挤压消费者而苦苦挣扎

(SeaPRwire) - 不断上涨的物价影响着各个行业,廉价商店连锁店也不例外。像 Dollar Tree (NASDAQ:DLTR) 和 Dollar General (NYSE:DG) 这样的热门连锁店,即使继续提供低价商品,也见证了客户支出的明显下降。随着通货膨胀推高基本生活必需品的成本,许多消费者减少了非必需品的购买,影响了这些商店的盈利。 Dollar Tree 调整盈利预期 最近,Dollar Tree 公布了对其全年盈利和销售预测的重大调整,预示着折扣零售行业将迎来艰难时期。该公司现在预计今年的调整后每股盈利将在 5.20 美元至 5.60 美元之间,低于此前预测的 6.50 美元至 7 美元。此外,Dollar Tree 还将其年度销售预期调整至 306 亿美元至 309 亿美元的区间,略低于此前预测的 310 亿美元至 320 亿美元。 这些下调反映了 Dollar Tree 在吸引价格敏感型客户方面遇到的困境。在其最新的盈利报告中,该公司公布第二季度营收为 73.8 亿美元,调整后的营收为 73.7 亿美元。这一数字低于 Zacks Investment Research 预计的 75 亿美元。 股价表现下滑 针对这些令人失望的数字,Dollar Tree 的股价在盘前交易中暴跌超过 12%。该公司此前一天已经触及 52 周低点,凸显了该零售商面临的重大挑战。不到一周前,另一家大型廉价商店连锁店 Dollar General 在公布糟糕的季度业绩后,其股价出现了单日最大跌幅。这两家公司都感受到了生活成本上升的情况下消费者支出收紧的影响。 客户承受压力 廉价商店连锁店面临的挑战并非仅限于人口的某个群体。Dollar Tree 指出,其中等收入和高收入客户都承受着经济压力,这与过去低收入购物者受影响最大的情况大不相同。根据 Dollar Tree 首席财务官 Jeff Davis 的说法,食品和住房等必需品的成本上升导致消费者减少了可支配支出。 同样,Dollar General 也报告称,其低收入客户承受着最大的经济压力。这些购物者正在减少对非必需品的购买,优先考虑必需品。尽管通货膨胀显示出放缓的迹象,但许多美国人与疫情前相比,仍在应对高昂的价格。对于 Dollar Tree 和 Dollar General 这样的公司来说,这意味着他们必须找到新的方法来吸引和留住客户,即使经济环境仍然充满挑战。 来自大型零售商的竞争 给廉价商店连锁店带来压力的另一个因素是,Walmart (NYSE:WMT) 和 Target (NYSE:TGT) 等竞争对手也在争夺预算有限的购物者。这两家公司都实施了激进的降价策略,以在成本上升的情况下留住其客户群。尤其是 Walmart,在吸引注重价值的消费者方面一直是主导力量,其最近的定价调整进一步加剧了对廉价商店连锁店的竞争。 尽管做出了这些努力,但 Walmart 和 Target 都承认,他们的客户也感受到了经济压力,这突显了整个零售领域的一种更广泛的趋势。对于廉价商店连锁店来说,挑战尤其严峻,因为它们的商业模式很大程度上依赖于吸引那些寻找最低价格的消费者。 展望未来 像 Dollar Tree 和 Dollar General 这样的廉价商店连锁店的未来前景仍然不确定。虽然通货膨胀正在缓慢下降,但基本商品价格上涨的长期影响可能会继续影响消费者的行为。随着这些公司努力调整其策略,他们可能需要探索新的方法来吸引其核心客户,同时也要吸引现在更加注重预算的高收入购物者。 与此同时,投资者将密切关注廉价商店连锁店如何应对这些逆风。对于 Dollar Tree 而言,其未来的股价表现将取决于其稳定盈利和销售以及管理来自 Walmart 和 Target 等大型零售商竞争的能力。本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
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Benefits of Citi Cash Back Credit Card ACN Newswire

Benefits of Citi Cash Back Credit Card

SINGAPORE, Sept 4, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Credit cards enable fast and seamless purchases while also giving cardmembers access to promotional offers across categories like shopping, dining, and entertainment. Some credit card issuers offer special cash back cards that give cardmembers the opportunity to earn cash rebates on eligible purchases. Based on the type of purchase, the credit card company transfers a percentage of the transaction value back into the cardholder's account.The Citi Cash Back Credit Card gives cardholders the chance to earn cash back rewards on a range of transactions from fuel purchases to dining, groceries and more. Keep reading to find out the benefits of using a cash back credit card for your everyday purchases.Citi Cash Back Credit Card and Its BenefitsThe Citi Cash Back Credit Card below grants cardmembers access to a host of benefits from cash back to discounts and deals.Cash Back BenefitsBase cash back on all retail purchases: With the Citi Cash Back Card you can earn 0.2% base cash back on all your qualifying retail purchases.S$300 welcome gift: New Citi cardmembers can earn S$300 in cash back rewards when they make qualifying purchases or payments worth S$800 in the first two months.When you spend a minimum of S$800 on qualifying retail purchases, you can earn bonus cash back across a range of categories.7.8% cash back on private commute: Your base cash back of 0.2% combines with the bonus rate of 7.8% to give you a total cash back rate of 8% on taxis and private-hire vehicle operators with MCC 4121 such as Grab, Comfort/Citycab and Gojek, etc.7.8% bonus cashback on petrol expenditures: Get a combined 8% cash back (base 0.2% plus bonus cash back) on petrol transactions.5.8% bonus cash back on dining and grocery purchases: Earn a combined cash back of 6% on eligible dining and grocery spends.Other BenefitsTravel coverage: You can get up to S$1 million coverage when you charge your travel tickets with Citi Cash Back Card. You can activate your travel insurance prior to travel to enjoy the Complimentary Travel Insurance feature.Local deals and discounts: Explore a wide range of promotional discounts and other offers when you shop at select retailers, restaurants, etc. with Citi World Privileges.Fuel savings: Enjoy fuel savings of up to 23.64% at Caltex, Esso and Shell (inclusive of 8% cash back).Convert large purchases into instalments: Make large purchases more manageable by converting them into monthly instalments with the Citi PayLite Instalment Program.Converting card statement into instalments: The FlexiBill Instalment Program allows you to convert large outstanding credit card statement balances into smaller payments.Instant cash: With the Quick Cash Program, you can get cash instantly to fulfil your emergency monetary needs.Final ThoughtsAlong with the benefits mentioned above, Citi Cash Back Credit Cards offer various benefits that can help you save more on eligible transactions. To apply for a Citi Cashback Credit Card in Singapore, log on to the official Citibank website and apply for the card in just a few simple steps. However, before applying for a credit card , do check the eligibility criteria, documents required and terms and conditions of the card. Along with the credit card cash back that you can get on eligible retail purchases, you can also leverage the additional perks that these cards offer.Citibank SingaporeCitibank Singapore offers consumers and institutions a range of financial products and services, including consumer and investment banking, credit cards, and personal loans. Citibank Singapore aims to deliver holistic and innovative solutions to clients and meet the increasingly complex strategies of its regional client base in the APAC in an ever-changing financial landscape.The content reflects the view of the author of the article and does not necessarily reflect the views of Citi or its employees. Please read the products and offers on Citibank Singapore website for accuracy or completeness of the information presented in the article.Name: Sonakshi MurzeEmail: Sonakshi.murze@iquanti.comJob Title: ManagerSOURCE: CITI Singapore Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Annual fashion extravaganza CENTRESTAGE begins today ACN Newswire

Annual fashion extravaganza CENTRESTAGE begins today

- CENTRESTAGE is taking place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from 4 to 7 September, with free entry to both industry buyers and the general public for the entire event for the first time- The fair features five zones, including the new Athleisure and Circular Fashion zones, reflecting trends in sportswear and sustainability respectively- Record-breaking participation of more than 250 brands from 18 countries and regions, including prestigious and internationally renowned labels, underscoring Hong Kong’s status as Asia's creative hub- Renowned fashion designer Roksanda Ilincic held a sharing session today and Robert Wun will host a masterclass session tomorrow. He will also showcase his design collection in an exclusive exhibition zone- A series of fashion shows will take centre stage, including the Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show, which features a crossover between film and fashion with Weeds on Fire director Steve Chan, showcasing design pieces from four local designers- The exhibition culminates with the Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers' Contest on 7 September, with Masayuki Ino, founder and designer of Japanese fashion brand doublet, serving as a guest judgeHONG KONG, Sept 4, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA), CENTRESTAGE began today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) and will put on a scintillating show for attendees until 7 September. This edition of CENTRESTAGE sees a significant milestone as, for the first time, the event welcomes both industry buyers and the public free of charge for the entire duration. Numerous fashion and accessory brands are helping to offer a unique shopping experience for fashion enthusiasts from far and wide. The fair allows brands to expand their business connections and supports the growth of Hong Kong's creative industries.Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: "This edition of CENTRESTAGE has shattered previous event records with more than 250 participating brands from 18 countries and regions. For the first time, this four-day exhibition welcomes the public free of charge for its entire duration, alongside the Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and Salon de TIME, with the goal of creating synergies and advancing our local creative industries. Yesterday's CENTRESTAGE ELITES featured a stunning show from internationally renowned haute couture designer Robert Wun, attracting global fashion buyers, pivotal figures in the local industry and fashion enthusiasts, and helping to reaffirm Hong Kong's status as a creative hub. Over the next four days the exhibition will help to forge new business opportunities in the fashion industry and energise our mega event economy at the same time."Entering its ninth edition, CENTRESTAGE has become a hallmark event for Asia-Pacific and international fashion, attracting renowned global brands. Notable among the labels joining this year’s event are the eponymous brand of Robert Wun, who became the first Hong Kong-born designer to grace the prestigious Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week; renowned British brand ROKSANDA; sustainable luxury fashion brand PATRICK McDOWELL; globally renowned French brand BLVCK PARIS, which now has millions of social media followers; and avant-garde Italian brand LH (LA HAINE INSIDE US).The exhibition also presents a diverse array of brands from Mainland China, Taiwan, Japan, Korea and India, as well as ASEAN countries such as Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam and European countries including Finland, Sweden and the United Kingdom. Hong Kong also has a significant presence, showcasing several brands for the first time, including MORAL, KnitWarm, Z I D I, 35 Degrees, STELLAM, SWAZ Jewelry, LOVE BY THE MOON and others.The CENTRESTAGE exhibition area features five zones, including the new Athleisure and Circular Fashion zones, reflecting trends in sportswear and sustainability respectively, alongside the Craftsmanship, Contemporary and Urban zones that each showcase distinctive fashion design elements.The HKTDC continues to invite buyers from around the world to source at CENTRESTAGE, including major multi-brand stores such as H. Lorenzo from the United States, Elevastor from France, VOO Store from Germany, The Four-Eyed Limited from Japan, Beaker from South Korea, and CLUB DESIGNER from Taiwan, and department stores including Hankyu from Japan and Galeries Lafayette from France.Embracing cross-disciplinary creativity and brand collaborationsCENTRESTAGE features a series of captivating fashion shows for industry professionals and the public. The show presented by Hong Kong fashion platform FASHIONALLY today unveiled the latest collections from five local designers, including CHARLOTTE NG STUDIO, From Clothing Of, Lapeewee, IP Axis Studio and WHY. Internationally acclaimed golf brand ASHWORTH has collaborated with renowned Hong Kong designer Mountain Yam, debuting a collaborative line of athleisure wear that rides the wave of sporting enthusiasm ignited by the Paris Olympics.Tonight’s Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show presents a distinctive blend of fashion and film, unveiling the latest collections from four fashion brands: ANGUS TSUI, röyksopp gakkai, selfFab., and Z I D I. A fashion short film helmed by Steve Chan, director of Weeds on Fire (winner of the 1st First Feature Film Initiative organised by the CCIDA, formerly known as Create Hong Kong), will premiere during the show, blending elements of cinema and the catwalk for an extraordinary viewing experience. The fashion show will be live-streamed on the CENTRESTAGE and Fashion Hong Kong websites, Fashion Hong Kong's Instagram page, as well as the HKTDC's Facebook page and YouTube channel, allowing audiences to enjoy the experience live online or revisit after the show.As a pivotal event in the Asia-Pacific fashion industry, CENTRESTAGE will host iconic fashion shows from various regions, including the "Greater Bay Area Fashion Fusion Show" organised by Fashion Farm Foundation with the CCIDA as the Lead Sponsor; the "Macao Fashion Parade" by the Macao Productivity and Technology Transfer Center; the "Thai Designers' Showcase" by Thailand’s Department of International Trade Promotion; and the “Young Knitwear Designers’ Contest” from the Knitwear Innovation and Design Society.Fashion supremo Robert Wun hosts masterclass sessionThe grand opening show, CENTRESTAGE ELITES, featured a premiere fashion show themed “Home Coming” from internationally acclaimed fashion designer Robert Wun. The event was held last night at the Hong Kong Palace Museum – the first fashion show to be held at this iconic venue. The show offered a colourful spectacle that left a deep impression on the audience. The entire show was live-streamed across various online platforms and can be revisited on the CENTRESTAGE website, as well as the HKTDC's YouTube channel and Facebook, Instagram and Weibo pages. Tomorrow (5 September) from 3:30pm to 4pm, Mr Wun will host a masterclass sharing session, offering insights into his remarkable journey in the realm of fashion design. Members of the public can register in advance on the exhibition's website to secure a spot, as seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. In addition, the exhibition features a zone dedicated to Mr Wun’s work, showcasing his latest design collections.Spectacular fashion shows and top designers sharing success storiesIn addition to presenting a series of captivating fashion shows, CENTRESTAGE serves as a platform for industry exchange and discussions on the future development directions within the fashion sector. Seminars and sharing sessions exploring fashion trends and industry advancements are scheduled throughout the exhibition period. Earlier today, British master designer Roksanda Ilincic held a sharing session and engaged with attendees on topics ranging from her creative inspirations to exploring the path to brand success. Her brand, ROKSANDA, has garnered international acclaim and been worn by prominent figures such as American pop icon Lady Gaga, former United States First Lady Michelle Obama and British royal Kate Middleton. Tomorrow, the Laboratory for Artificial Intelligence in Design (AiDLab) will delve into the utilisation of artificial intelligence (AI) in fashion design, while on 7 September representatives from Redress and Advance Denim will share insights on sustainable fashion industry practices.CENTRESTAGE concludes with the highlight event, the Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers' Contest (YDC), on 7 September. The competition welcomes Masayuki Ino, founder and designer of Japanese fashion brand doublet, as VIP judge alongside a panel of industry experts who will select the winners in four categories: Champion, the Excellence Award, Best Art Direction and My Favourite Collection. Members of the public are invited to participate by casting their vote online (https://bit.ly/YDC2024_Vote_Now) for the latter category, with a chance to win one of five HK$2,000 Lee Gardens Area e-gift coupons sponsored by Hysan Development.AI virtual try-on experience, limited-edition fragrance and figures for redemptionHong Kong fencers have sparked a fencing craze in the city having shone at the Paris Olympics. CENTRESTAGE has set up a fencing game in the Athleisure zone, allowing participants to wield prop swords and face off against AI fencers on screen, experiencing the thrill of the sport. After visitors take photos, the system automatically generates images of them wearing selected virtual outfits that are available for downloading as mementos. What’s more, fashion enthusiasts can redeem limited-edition goodies onsite, such as a fragrance specially blended for CENTRESTAGE by Taiwanese perfume brand NAZO, and figures crafted in collaboration with Hong Kong's trendy toy brand LeeeeeeToy.CENTRESTAGE runs concurrently with the HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and Salon de TIME to offer attendees a diverse fashion journey as they explore a wide range of branded clothing and renowned timepieces. Visitors also have a chance to enter the CENTRESTAGE X Watch & Clock lucky draw that takes place throughout the event.Photo download: https://bit.ly/47dwEp0CENTRESTAGE kicked off today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, with brands from around the world, including many internationally renowned labels, unveiling their latest collections at the four-day event.Joining for the glittering spectacle at CENTRESTAGE ELITES were (from left) Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, Shirley Chan, Council Member of the HKTDC; Vivian Sum, Permanent Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Government of the HKSAR; Katherine Fang, Chairman of the HKTDC Garment Advisory Committee; featured designer Robert Wun; Dr Peter K N Lam, Chairman of the HKTDC; Eric Chan, Chief Secretary for Administration of the Government of the HKSAR; Margaret Fong, Executive Director of the HKTDC; Sunny Tan, Legislative Council Member; Raistlin Lau, Under Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Government of the HKSAR; and Winnie Tse, Deputy Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Government of the HKSAR; Patrick Yeung, CEO of the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce.For the first time, CENTRESTAGE is opening its doors for four consecutive days to both industry buyers and the general public, with some brands offering visitors the chance to purchase fashionable attire from around the world. Visitors can also redeem limited-edition CENTRESTAGE goodies, including perfumes and models from a trendy toy brand.The first fashion show, FASHIONALLY Collection, featured five local designer brands, including CHARLOTTE NG STUDIO, From Clothing Of, Lapeewee, IP Axis Studio and WHY.British master designer Roksanda Ilincic hosted a sharing session, engaging with participants and discussing the path to success in the fashion world.Websites CENTRESTAGE: www.centrestage.com.hkCENTRESTAGE buyer online registration: https://bit.ly/3WYjnNIFashion Hong Kong: https://www.fashionhongkong.com.hk/enHong Kong Young Fashion Designers' Contest (YDC): www.fashionally.com/enMedia enquiriesBest Crew Public Relations & MarketingDiana Tang Tel: (852) 9199 6723 Email: diana.tang@bestcrewpr.comReni Kwok Tel: (852) 6291 4283 Email: reni.kwok@bestcrewpr.comHKTDC Communication and Public Affairs Department:Snowy Chan Tel: (852) 2584 4525 Email:snowy.sn.chan@hktdc.orgHKTDC Newsroom: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enAbout the HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong ’s trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly SMEs, in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via trade publications, research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. About Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA)The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) established in June 2024, formerly known as Create Hong Kong (CreateHK), is a dedicated office set up by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR Government) under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau to provide one-stop services and support to the cultural and creative industries with a mission to foster a conducive environment in Hong Kong to facilitate the development of arts, culture and creative sectors as industries. Its strategic foci are nurturing talent and facilitating start-ups, exploring markets, promoting cross-sectoral and cross-genre collaboration, promoting the development of arts, culture and creative sectors as industries under the industry-oriented principle, and promoting Hong Kong as Asia’s creative capital and fostering a creative atmosphere in the community to implement Hong Kong’s positioning as the East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange under the National 14th Five-Year Plan.CCIDA’s website: www.ccidahk.gov.hk.Disclaimer: The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region provides funding support to the project only, and does not otherwise take part in the project. Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in these materials/events (or by members of the project team) are those of the project organisers only and do not reflect the views of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency, the CreateSmart Initiative Secretariat or the CreateSmart Initiative Vetting Committee. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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CISO New Zealand: Partnering with ACN Newswire to Unite Top InfoSec Leaders and Offer Exclusive Discounts

Auckland, New Zealand, Sept 4, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The highly anticipated CISO New Zealand conference is set to take place on 19-20 November 2023 at the Grand Millennium Auckland. This premier event will gather leading decision-makers and industry influencers from top organisations to explore cutting-edge cybersecurity strategies and trends. CISO New Zealand will focus on critical topics shaping the future of information security, including:- Cybersecurity intelligence- Governance and risk management- Incident identification and response- Secure adoption and utilisation of AIThe two-day conference offers attendees unparalleled opportunities to enhance their security practices, network with peers, and gain insights from New Zealand's top InfoSec leaders. Participants will engage in in-depth discussions and learn from industry experts, ensuring they stay ahead in the rapidly evolving world of cybersecurity."We're thrilled to bring together the brightest minds in cybersecurity for CISO New Zealand," said Corinium Global Intelligence’s Michelle Ribeiro, Conference Director. "This event is crucial for professionals looking to strengthen their security strategies and connect with the best in the field."Interested participants can register now at https://bit.ly/3XuviTB. A special discount code, CISOPAR500, is available for a limited time, offering $500 off the standard registration rate. For more information about CISO New Zealand, please visit CISO New Zealand 2024 - Home (coriniumintelligence.com).About Corinium IntelligenceCorinium Intelligence is a global leader in providing conferences, events, and content to the information and technology industries. With a focus on fostering collaboration and innovation, Corinium Intelligence brings together industry leaders to share insights, best practices, and strategies for success.For more information, please contact:Moira UngerleiderMarketing Managermoira.ungerleider@coriniumgroup.com. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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香港, 2024年9月4日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) — 为全球市场搜罗来自亚洲的优质美容及生活时尚产品的全球电商平台喆丽控股(02209.HK)上周五公布上半年业绩,收益1.63亿美元,按年增加80.2%;纯利1,111万美元,大幅增长6.1倍。美容产品(尤其是韩国美容(K-Beauty)产品)的出色表现使其成为收益增长的主要驱动力。期内,美容产品贡献集团约91.4%的收益,较去年底80.6%上升超过10个个百分点。由于K-beauty受全球欢迎,集团的全球部署料继续受惠相关产品的增长势头,前景可期。喆丽控股旗下主要有三个平台,分别是企业对消费者(B2C)的YesStyle平台和企业对企业(B2B)的AsianBeautyWholesale平台,两个平台主要售卖时装及美容产品。YesAsia平台及线下B2B销售渠道,主要售卖娱乐产品。上半年,YesStyle 收益上升 75.1%至 1.25亿美元,并跻身多个主要海外市场(包括美国、英国、加拿大、澳洲、法国、德国、意大利及西班牙)亚洲美容产品网站访问量之首。AsianBeautyWholesale亦快速增长,收益上涨112.1%至3,700万美元,其客户数量、订单数量及平均订单金额分别增长约8.4%、50.1%及41.3%。两大电子商务业务的迅速增长,有赖其不断扩展的亚洲美容产品品牌组合,哲目前是466个韩国美容品牌全球B2C及B2B渠道的授权经销商。欧洲市场增长超过美国按地区而言,集团的欧洲市场增长强劲,收益增长超过美国。上半年,欧盟的收益录得约114.1%的三位数增长率,贡献了集团约30.5%的收益。美国市场约占集团业务的35.4%,录得两位数增长率,约为42.4%。而拉丁美洲和中东地区,尤其是沙特阿拉伯及阿拉伯联合酋长国亦表现出强劲的增长势头。K-Beauty未来十年增长强劲全球市场而言,K-Beauty产品料于美国及欧洲市场持续增长。韩国化妆品于美国市场实现非凡的里程碑,于今年首四个月在美国进口化妆品所占市场份额超过法国美容产品。根据美国国际贸易委员会(USITC)的数据,韩国首次于美国进口化妆品市场份额中拔得头筹,占市场份额20.1%,价值4.77亿美元,其取代了传统的全球化妆品领导者法国,后者以4.59亿美元位居第二,占市场份额19.3%。K-Beauty预计将于美国市场持续流行,于2023年至2032年期间,北美K-Beauty产品市场预计将有约10%的复合年增长率,收益将增至99亿美元。同样,欧洲K-beauty产品市场规模于同期的复合年增长率将达9.48%,到2032年,其收益预计将增长至 56亿美元。有见客户的地域分布日益广泛,集团一直积极在世界范围招募网红,于彼等各自市场开展社交媒体营销活动,并投资建设多个语言版本的网站。目前YesStyle提供了多种语言选择,包括中文、英文、法文、德文、西班牙文、意大利文及荷兰文,并于上月添加阿拉伯文的选项。同时,集团于Instagram、TikTok及YouTube等多个平台上,与韩国K-Beauty产品目标客户群体具相同特征的网红合作。集团不仅透过此举巩固其于B2C平台的市场领导地位,亦能以具成本效益的方式提升其全球曝光率,增长前景得到保障,前景值得看好。 Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.
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Web3.0引互联网社交变革 国美金融科技乘“通通AI社交”东风

香港, 2024年9月4日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) — 8月30日,国美金融科技(628.HK)发布中期业绩。截至2024年6月30日,集团收入大幅增长53.5%至6,080万元,税前溢利增长至3,360万元,涨幅高达860%。中期业绩利好的态势下,国美金融科技同步官宣开启战略升级,并计划更名为“通通AI社交集团”。当下,互联网已经成为大众生活中不可缺少的核心,随着AI等前沿技术的不断发展,Web3.0愈发从概念成为触手可及的现实。在区块链技术的驱动下,去中心化的Web3.0正在成为一场颠覆世界的技术革命。在这样的环境下,有着长期金融科技积累的国美金融科技着眼未来,积极行动,推动自身业务升级。此前,国美金融科技发布公告,阐述公司计划收购新项目标的,丰富公司的产品及服务;同时进行品牌升级,将公司名称更改为“通通AI社交集团”。相关战略动作意味着国美金融科技向综合互联网平台业务落下关键一子,官宣其在互联网新兴产业的布局。消息面上,市场对国美金融科技本次业务收购及更名事宜持乐观态度。香港Now财经台8月28日发布专题报道《向转型头炮!国美金融改名股价狂飙》,提及国美金融科技公布改名及关联交易,当日午后抽升,最终以全日高位收市,劲升近23%,报0.3元,成交较过去百日平均增加9倍,涉资约110万元。此外,9月2日,阿思达克财经发布股票评论专栏文章指出,自国美金融科技发布盈喜后,股价一路走高,截至8月30日涨幅达28.44%,消息面上利好事项不断。有理由相信,通过持续发展“科技+金融”综合服务业务,同时注入新业务保持增长策略,可引领该集团稳步发展,股份值得中长线配置。事实上,国美金融科技业务战略升级的规划早就初见端倪。早在今年5月,国美金融科技就已举办项目发布会,宣布收购游戏开发及发行公司CashBox Group,该公司2023年业绩达到2.3亿元,较22年增长300%,凸显了其卓越的运营能力,值得一提的是,该成绩是上市公司收入的3倍。CashBox的财务报表将于下半年并入公司的财务报表,使上市公司2024年全年业绩的提升幅度获得更大的想像空间。‘收购事宜方面,据悉,上市公司本次拟关联交易标的集团公司立衡公司旗下拥有多款互联网社交平台产品,并已陆续进入测试阶段,有望在明年春节前正式上线,目前公司正在充分征集各方意见并对产品性能作持续改进。未来,凭藉国美金融科技在金融科技领域的发展和积累,在本次引入互联网技术相关组成后,国美即将成型的“通通AI社交平台”将引入前沿的AI技术,在过去兴趣社交场景的基础之上,经由AI技术驱动社交工具并产生新的玩法,并进而衍生出更丰富的交易场景,进而打造“社交+商业”的新新商业模式,让交易程序更便捷,也让交易机会更触手可及。通过国美原有的线上线下资源,技术积累以及客群数据的综合赋能、“通通社交平台”将打破传统互联网生态的界限,做到场景互通、流量互通和价值互通、在Web3.0驱动下的未来数字生活中打通社交和商业的链接,并打造一个全新的国美数字生态。从收购CashBox并实现公司战略升级的首战告捷,到本次国美金融科技新一轮战略收购动作,以及上市公司的更名,皆展现国美对新世代和新行业机遇的精准把握,和积极求变打造新生态产品的坚定决心。多重技术和资源加持,“通通”平台未来的发展潜力可谓深远;国美未来的在相关领域的拓展空间之广阔也值得期待。 Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.
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Legacy Secures Four Companies for US Listing ACN Newswire

Legacy Secures Four Companies for US Listing

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 4, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Legacy Corporate Advisory Sdn. Bhd. ("Legacy" or the "Company"), a financial services company that specialises in Initial Public Offerings (“IPO”), financial planning and funding solutions, is pleased to announce the signing ceremony with companies which are Neutral Transmission Malaysia Sdn. Bhd., I Bella Sdn. Bhd., Autoplay Group Sdn. Bhd. and AE Carbon Capital Ltd. on the United States (“U.S.”) Listing. These engagements mark a major step forward in pursuing a U.S. Listing, facilitated by Legacy as an IPO consultant.1. Ms. Michelle Lee, Managing Director of AE Carbon Capital Ltd2. Mr. Leopold Chew Wee Chet, Director of Neutral Transmission Sdn. Bhd.3. Dr. Mohamed Bin Awang Lah, Founder & CEO of Neutral Transmission Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.4. Mr. Ted W.Teo, Chief Representative of East West Bank5. Mr. Nelson Goh, Managing Director of Legacy Corporate Advisory Sdn. Bhd.6. Mr. Jeremy Tan, Chief Executive Officer of Tiger Fund Management7. YBhg. Dato' Victor Hoo, Executive Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of VCI Global Limited8. Ms. Shermine Then, Founder & CEO of I Bella Sdn Bhd[L-R]Legacy provides comprehensive IPO advisory services, including pre-IPO investments, IPO financing, and corporate advisory. Legacy aims to guide these companies in their U.S. Listing exercise, with the entire listing process anticipated to take between 12 months to 18 months. The services include overseeing the capital structure, coordinating the listing process, and developing detailed capital market strategies.This signing ceremony highlights Legacy’s commitment to guiding the companies through U.S. market entry and establishing a strong global presence. With Legacy’s IPO expertise and network, these companies will be well-equipped to navigate the complexities of the U.S. market, unlock growth opportunities, and attract global investors.Mr. Nelson Goh, Managing Director of Legacy Corporate Advisory Sdn. Bhd. said, "This engagement marks a significant milestone in Legacy’s ongoing journey to support companies in their global market expansion. As the IPO consultant of these four esteemed companies, we are not only facilitating their U.S. Listing exercise but also strengthening Legacy’s commitment to delivering value through strategic guidance and innovation. Our expertise in IPO advisory and financial solutions will ensure a smooth entry into the U.S. market, laying the groundwork for sustained growth and future opportunities for all involved."He added, "The opportunities presented by this engagement are significant, not only for our clients but also for the Companies. This is more than just market expansion, this is about driving sustainable growth, exploring new markets, and continuously innovating. By aligning ourselves with companies that share our vision, we are creating a platform that fosters collaboration and success for all parties involved."Furthermore, this engagement sets the foundation for future growth. Our Company is well-positioned to explore additional growth opportunities within the region and globally. By continuing to strengthen its network of international collaborators, Legacy aims to unlock new business opportunities that align with its strategic vision.Looking ahead, the company is committed to ensuring that this engagement not only meets but exceeds expectations. Through ongoing collaboration and a shared vision, the engagement will bring about meaningful change, opening doors to further innovations and breakthroughs in multiple sectors.ABOUT LEGACY CORPORATE ADVISORY SDN. BHD.Legacy Corporate Advisory Sdn. Bhd. ("Legacy" or the "Company") is a leading financial services firm specialising in, Initial Public Offerings (“IPO”), financial planning, and funding solutions. With a commitment to innovation, strategic thinking, and determination, Legacy provides tailored financial solutions to clients across diverse industries and global markets. Our expertise spans pre-IPO investments, capital structuring, corporate advisory, and market-entry strategies, ensuring businesses are well-equipped to navigate complex financial landscapes. Headquartered in Malaysia, Legacy serves a global client base, helping businesses achieve sustainable growth and long-term success.For more information, kindly visit: https://www.legacyadvisory.co/Issued By: Swan Global Consultancy Sdn. Bhd. on behalf of Legacy Corporate Advisory Sdn. Bhd.For more information, please contact:Jazzmin WanTel: +60 17-289 4110Email: j.wan@swanconsultancy.biz Aimee TanTel: +60 16-512 0051Email: a.tan@swanconsultancy.biz Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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全面拥抱金融科技  海通恒信经营表现稳步提升

香港, 2024年9月4日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) — 融资租赁行业是金融市场的重要组成部分,随着全球经济的复苏和产业升级的加速,融资租赁行业正迎来广阔的发展前景。海通恒信(1905.HK)作为中国券商租赁龙头企业,2024年上半年海通恒信持续优化资产结构、降低融资成本,扎实推进数字化进程,深化金融科技工具的应用,拓宽其广度,挖掘其深度,通过通过精细化管理的提升,不仅取得了亮眼的经营表现,更在提质、降本、增效方面获得了显著成效。8月29日,海通恒信发布了2024年中期业绩报告。数据显示,上半年公司实现收入人民币(下同)37.25亿元,期间溢利8.12亿元。截至2024年6月30日,公司资产总额达到1,130.82亿元,权益总额达到201.93亿元,不良资产率为1.15%,不良资产拨备覆盖率为297.55%,资产质量稳健可控,展现出强劲的经营韧性。持续加大金融科技建设力度 业务流程管理不断优化在当今数字化时代,金融科技已成为推动企业持续发展的关键力量。2024年上半年,海通恒信持续加大移动端业务建设力度,显著提升了核心业务的操作覆盖率。通过优化升级互联网获客小程序和业务智能助手,公司提升了移动端获客与展业效率;风控系统建设上,公司构建的准入模型和审批模型,以及研发的智能尽调和图片欺诈AI识别算法,大幅提升了风险识别水平和审批效率,实现了质的飞跃。同时,海通恒信对电子签约平台进行了进一步优化,新增了签约异常预警等多项功能,有效降低了电子签约的法律风险。物联网技术在资产管理方向的应用方面,公司实现了证件智能化管理,提升了租赁物管理水平和风险控制能力。此外,海通恒信对资产管理系统进行了全面升级,优化了公司资产管理全链路死循环管理,在提升资产管理效率的同时,也为公司带来了更为精细化的管理水平,持续优化了业务全流程管理,提升了综合管理效益。数字化进程推动降本增效 资本市场交流屡获殊荣2024年上半年,海通恒信一系列金融科技发展举措裨益匪浅,实现了全流程的高效管理,驱动公司在成本控制和效率提升上的显著进步;同时,在融资端,公司积极创新融资工具、拓宽融资渠道,间接融资与直接融资的比例结构合理,流动性保持稳健,融资成本进一步降低。2024年上半年,公司计息负债平均付息率降至3.53%,较上年同期下降了0.12个百分点,资金管理提质增效成果显著。海通恒信的努力和成就得到了行业的高度认可,屡获殊荣。2024年上半年,公司荣获上海证券交易所颁发的2023年度 “资产证券化业务优秀发起人”、“资产证券化创新业务优秀发起人”以及上海市融资租赁行业协会2023年度创新融资奖“金泉奖”之“最佳融资租赁行业资本市场发起人奖”、“最佳服务国家战略资本市场创新融资奖”等奖项,加强行业交流,参与编写“中债—融资租赁系列指数”,助力融资租赁行业健康发展。这些荣誉既是对公司过去一年工作的肯定,亦是对其在资本市场创新融资方面的卓越贡献的认可。总体而言, 2024年上半年,海通恒信通过金融科技的应用,在业务流程的数字化转型上实现突破,并且在业绩提升和推动整个行业向更高效、更智能的方向发展上发挥了重要作用。展望未来,公司将继续深化金融科技的应用,不断优化业务流程,提升服务效率,降低运营成本,增强风险管理能力,以期为客户提供更优质的服务,为股东创造更大的价值,为社会贡献更多的正能量。 Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.
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Taiwan Excellence Unveils Pioneering Medtech Innovation at Medical Fair Asia 2024 ACN Newswire

Taiwan Excellence Unveils Pioneering Medtech Innovation at Medical Fair Asia 2024

SINGAPORE, Sept 4, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Medical Fair Asia 2024 returns for its 15th edition this year, reinventing the marketplace with technology and innovation amidst an evolving landscape. The event will be held at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, from 11th to 13th September 2024. Exhibited by Taiwan Excellence at booth numbers 2H01-2J08, this year’s Taiwan Excellence Pavilion brings together 16 Taiwanese companies who are leading in innovation and advancement in the medtech industry.Themed “Shaping The Future with Taiwan’s MedTech Innovations”, the Taiwan Excellence Pavilion showcases Taiwan’s leading medical innovation and cutting-edge solutions, exemplifying the country’s commitment to advanced medical care. Visitors, including medical and healthcare organisations and professionals, can experience Taiwanese medical innovation that leverages advanced AI, imaging technologies and more. The showcase will cover three aspects of Taiwan’s medtech innovations - Diagnostic Innovations, Treatment Innovations, and Innovations in Telemedicine and Digital Health Platforms.The main highlight of Taiwan Excellence Pavilion is the Taiwan Excellence Medical Industry Talk on 11 September 2024. Held at the pavilion from 2pm to 4pm, the talk will discuss a range of topics in the medtech industry including AI medical trends, AI smart healthcare solutions, 3D imaging and 3D printing, and surgical navigation robots. The Taiwan Excellence Medical Industry Talk will be graced by Mr. Chen-yuan Tung, Representative of Taipei Representative Office in the Republic of Singapore, and Mr. Daniel Lee, Chairman of Taiwan Medical and Biotech Industry Association. More information on Taiwan Excellence Medical Industry Talk can be found in Annex A.Ms. Anna Wu, Director of Taiwan Trade Center Singapore (TAITRA) said, “In the second year of the Taiwan Excellence showcase at Medical Fair Asia 2024, we are proud to present Taiwan’s cutting-edge medical technologies and innovations. At the heart of this pavilion, we are shaping the future of healthcare, presented by companies that are similarly driven by excellence and share our aim to create a lasting impact on global health through innovation. These include Acer Medical Inc., V5med Inc., Shennona Co. Ltd, Brain Navi Biotechnology Co., Ltd, A Plus Biotechnology Co., Ltd, and more, whose achievements and innovation we celebrate at Taiwan Excellence Pavilion this year.”Taiwan Excellence aims to strengthen the enduring ties between Singapore and Taiwan. In 2023, two-way trade between Singapore and Taiwan was worth US$39.2 billion, with Taiwan’s exports to Singapore reaching US$29.7 billion, making Singapore Taiwan’s fifth largest export market.“Taiwan is a leader in medical innovation, constantly advancing technology and innovation to revolutionise the healthcare industry. The strong national health insurance system, vibrant ICT, and biopharmaceutical industries have driven the development of smart healthcare in the country. With continued collaboration, there are many opportunities in the medical industries between Taiwan and Singapore that we can tap on to advance healthcare solutions in the region,” Ms. Wu added.Taiwan Excellence Pavilion features products and technologies that showcase Taiwan’s latest medtech innovations. 16 Taiwan Excellence brands including Acer Medical Inc., AmCad BioMed Corporation, A Plus Biotechnology Co., Ltd, AVer Information Inc., BioGend Therapeutics Co., Ltd., Compal Electronics, Inc., EPED Inc., Fu Jun Biomedical Co., Ltd., LELTEK Inc., Nanoray Co., Ltd, OME Technology Co., Ltd., Shennona Co. Ltd, Taiwan Surgical Corporation, V5med Inc., Wellell Inc, and Inventec Appliances Corporation, will feature innovative products and solutions at the Taiwan Excellence Pavilion over the three-day show. Taiwan Excellence 2024 Showcase Highlights can be found in Annex B. As Taiwan Excellence continues to forge new paths in innovation and technology, further solidifying the robust ties between Singapore and Taiwan. This participation is set to foster greater collaboration and mutual growth, creating new opportunities for both nations in the years to come.For more information, please visit: Taiwan Excellence.Annex A: Information on Taiwan Excellence Medical Industry Talk @ Medical Fair Asia 2024https://www.acnnewswire.com/docs/files/Annex_A.pdf Annex B: Information of Showcases at Taiwan Excellence Pavilionhttps://www.acnnewswire.com/docs/files/Annex_B.pdfAbout Taiwan Excellence:The Taiwan Excellence Award was established in 1993 by Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) with the aim of recognising outstanding products from Taiwan. Products shortlisted for the annual award are proudly made in Taiwan and are judged on their R&D, Design, Quality and Marketing with a key emphasis on Innovative Value. The products that passed the stringent selection process proudly wears the mark and are promoted in the domestic and international markets to strengthens Taiwan’s reputation as the hub of innovation.Media Contact:PRecious Communications for Taiwan ExcellenceTel: +65 6303 0567Email: taitra@preciouscomms.comOrganized by:International Trade Administration (TITA), MOEAThe International Trade Administration (TITA) is responsible for implementing policies and regulations governing foreign trade and economic cooperation. Its primary duties currently include participating in the activities of international economic and trade organizations and enhancing bilateral trade relations.Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA)Founded in 1970 to help promote foreign trade, the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) is the foremost non-profit, semi-governmental trade promotion organization in Taiwan. Jointly sponsored by the government, industry associations, and several commercial organizations, TAITRA assists Taiwanese businesses and manufacturers with reinforcing their international competitiveness and in coping with the challenges they face in foreign markets. TAITRA boasts a well-coordinated trade promotion and information network of over 1,300 international marketing specialists stationed throughout its Taipei headquarters and 62 overseas offices worldwide. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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BDO invites entries for ESG Awards 2024, centering the theme of ‘Carbon Neutrality’ ACN Newswire

BDO invites entries for ESG Awards 2024, centering the theme of ‘Carbon Neutrality’

HONG KONG, Sept 4, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - BDO, the world’s fifth largest accountancy and advisory network, runs the annual BDO ESG Awards in its sixth year. BDO ESG Awards 2024 is now open for entries and will be closed by 23:59 HKT, 30 September 2024, centering the theme of ‘Carbon Neutrality’. Hong Kong listed companies are encouraged to participate, demonstrating their commitment to reducing carbon emissions. As always, the BDO ESG Awards has an independent judging panel to review and evaluate participating companies and select the final winners. With the standard of ESG reports of listed companies continuing to improve in recent years, BDO has brought in an independent professional organisation to conduct preliminary screening of the participating companies this year, in the hope of raising the standing of the Awards.BDO ESG AwardsThe BDO ESG Awards recognises outstanding listed companies on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong that have made positive impact in the areas of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG). BDO held the inaugural BDO ESG Awards in 2018 and was the first in Hong Kong to encourage greater social responsibility and to emphasise the importance of integrating sustainability into business models.Theme Award for carbon neutralityThe Theme Award will put a spotlight on the industry best practice to recognise the company that has achieved the biggest reduction in carbon emissions during the year, in both absolute terms and intensity, the best carbon reduction initiative launched during the year with the potential to significantly reduce the business’ carbon emissions in the long run and the most compelling long-term vision and action plan to achieve ‘net-zero’.Award categoryAs a renowned advocator of sustainability in the industry, BDO endeavours to provide a diverse array of award categories for non H-share companies and H-share* companies, commending those that have demonstrated outstanding performance in ESG.- Best in ESG Awards- Best in Reporting Awards- ESG Report of the Year Awards- Outstanding ESG Performance of H-share Companies Awards*- Theme AwardBDO keeps driving ESG best practicesBDO has long been an advocate of sustainability. It not only incorporates ESG factors into its own operations but also assists companies with ESG reporting and risk management.Ricky Cheng, Director and Head of Risk Advisory, BDO Hong Kong, said, “With people becoming more and more aware of the impacts of modern development on the environment, the business world has come to realise it needs to change how it thinks and acts. In this sixth year of the BDO ESG Awards, we are seeing a surge in corporate ESG initiatives in Hong Kong, integrating ESG principles and climate change into their business strategies.“This year, ‘carbon neutrality’ is again our Theme Award as we understand achieving carbon neutrality is not just a goal, but a necessity, and businesses play a pivotal role in shaping that future. For responsible corporations, safeguarding and ensuring a sustainable future for all is a vital mission, and The BDO ESG Awards wishes to recognise and celebrate those that are taking bold steps towards realising that mission, demonstrating their commitment to a greener, more climate resilient world.”*It refers to companies listed on the HKEx’s List of H-share Companies.-End-Note to editorsAbout BDO LimitedBDO's global organisation extends across 166 countries and territories, with more than 115,600 professionals working in over 1,770 offices - and they're all working towards one goal: to provide our clients with exceptional service. BDO was established in Hong Kong in 1981 and is committed to facilitating the growth of businesses by advising the people behind them. BDO Hong Kong provides an extensive range of professional services including assurance services, risk advisory services, specialist advisory services and tax services. For more details, visit www.bdo.com.hk.ContactsSala LoSenior Marketing Manager and Team Head, BDO Hong KongHeidi LauSenior Marketing ManagerBDO Hong KongStrategic Financial Relations LimitedVicky LeeYoko LiTel +852 2218 3042Mobile +852 9613 5175salalo@bdo.com.hkTel +852 2218 2325Mobile +852 9285 4151heidilau@bdo.com.hkTel +852 2864 4834sprg_bdo@sprg.com.hkTel +852 2864 4813sprg_bdo@sprg.com.hk Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Far East Consortium’s Hotels Division Expands Singapore Portfolio ACN Newswire

Far East Consortium’s Hotels Division Expands Singapore Portfolio

Dorsett Changi City SingaporeHONG KONG, Sept 4, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hong Kong-headquartered and listed Far East Consortium International Limited’s (“FEC”, Stock Code: 35.HK) hotel operations and management arm, Dorsett Hospitality International (“DHI”), is pleased to announce its latest strategic investment. DHI has recently entered into a new joint venture, ‘Dorsett Atelier Capital Heeton Changi’, with partners. DHI will lead and add value by leading the remodelling and development of the property, asset management, as well as rebranding the property as ‘Dorsett Changi City Singapore’.Ms. Winnie Chiu, BBS, JP, Chairperson and Executive Director of DHI as well as Executive Director and Joint Managing Director of FEC said, “FEC and DHI are committed to forming strategic partnerships with like-minded investors to drive growth and create value for stakeholders. DHI is a proven partner with a strong track record for end-to-end hospitality developments, from site acquisition and advisory, property transformation and upgrade, to ongoing business operations.“This new joint venture marks the beginning of DHI’s new investment strategy, leveraging an asset-light model whereby acting as a minority equity partner and contributing our extensive experience and strong track record not only provides our partners with a more secure alternative for hotel investment, but also enables FEC to use its balance sheet more effectively,” Ms. Chiu added.“We are not only a hotel management company but also an owner, so interest of the owner is always our priority,” Ms. Chiu said.Dorsett Changi City Singapore will be DHI’s third property in the city state; 8 other new developments across Hong Kong, Australia and the United Kingdom are on the horizon.DHI is a global, fully-integrated hotel group with comprehensive expertise across the entire hotel lifecycle, from deal sourcing and design to construction, whether through greenfield, brownfield, or conversion projects, to asset management, including pre-opening, ongoing operations, and maximising yield through to exit.Its proven track record of creating value is highlighted by the acquisition of a Singapore hotel property in 2019 through a joint venture partnership. The property was subsequently rebranded as Dao by Dorsett Aparthotel in 2022, which led to its GOP doubling in the first year after rebranding, resulting in a 25% increase in valuation.About Far East Consortium International LimitedFar East Consortium International Limited (“FEC”, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”) has been listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange since 1972 (HKEx Stock Code: 35.HK). The Group is mainly engaged in property development and investment, hotel development and management, car park operations and facilities management, securities and financial product investment. The Group adopts the diversified regional strategy and the “Asian Wallet” strategy with business covering Hong Kong, Mainland China, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, the United Kingdom and other European countries.FEC official website: www.fecil.com.hkAbout Dorsett Hospitality InternationalDorsett Hospitality International is one of the fastest-growing hotel groups in Asia. With 54 properties in 22 major cities across Mainland China, Hong Kong, Australia, the UK, Malaysia,Singapore, Japan and Europe, we offer a diverse international footprint alongside our strategic partners Palasino Group and AGORA Hospitality Group. Our four core brands – Dorsett Hotels, Dao by Dorsett, d.Collection and Silka Hotels – aim to provide exceptional guest experiences while making positive impacts in our local communities. Additional properties are in the development pipeline.Dorsett Hospitality International official website: www.dorsett.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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BrilliantCrypto Launches Mobile App for Scholars

Tokyo, Japan – September 04, 2024 – (SeaPRwire) – BrilliantCrypto, Inc. announces the launch of the mobile version of its blockchain game, BrilliantCrypto, on both iOS and Android. The version on iOS is designed for Scholars, allowing players to borrow NFT pickaxes for free and earn BRIL tokens by playing. In addition, a full version of the game is now also available on Android, further expanding the game’s accessibility across multiple platforms. BrilliantCrypto Expands Game Accessibility on Mobile BrilliantCrypto is a mining game where players explore virtual mines to discover digital gemstones. Participants are rewarded with $BRIL tokens, the game’s native cryptocurrency. The BRIL token, issued on the Polygon blockchain, is used to purchase, upgrade, and restore NFT pickaxes, as well as to buy and sell Gemstones (NFTs) on the in-game marketplace, optimizing the gaming experience. The game features a scholarship system, allowing players to borrow NFT pickaxes from owners and share the generated profits. This mechanism facilitates entry into the game’s ecosystem and creates economic synergy within the community. BrilliantCrypto adopts the Play-to-Earn model, rewarding players’ engagement and skills. After a success on PC, the game is now available on mobile for Android and iOS enabling players to access the game without using their personal computers. BrilliantCrypto Plans Global Expansion Following Initial Success Following its launch in Japan in June 2024, BrilliantCrypto is now expanding its activities in Europe, South America, and Southeast Asia. The company has partnered with Crypto Blockchain Industries (CBI), a publicly traded French company, for the distribution and promotion of the game in Europe and South America. Additionally, BrilliantCrypto has established partnerships in Southeast Asia: VirtualsGG is the official partner for the Philippines and Indonesia. Orient Dragon is designated as the official partner for Vietnam. The initial success of BrilliantCrypto in Japan is reflected in these numbers: Over 3,000 Gemstone transactions in one week More than 10,000 Gemstones exchanged in less than a month An average of 10,000 daily active users A record IEO on Coincheck with $212 million USD raised and over 79,400 participating investors About BrilliantCrypto, Inc. BrilliantCrypto, Inc., a subsidiary of COLOPL, Inc., develops innovative blockchain games. Founded on November 9, 2022, the company combines COLOPL’s expertise in video games with blockchain technologies to create unique gaming experiences. BrilliantCrypto plans to continue its international expansion, with token listings planned on Bit2Me in Brazil in September and in other countries in South America, as well as in Southeast Asia and Europe. The company is also working on developing new features to enrich the gaming experience and maintain user engagement. BrilliantCrypto’s business model is based on the concept of “Proof of Gaming,” inspired by Bitcoin’s “Proof of Work.” Players create economic value by extracting and exchanging Gemstones, contributing to the game’s ecosystem. To support its diverse player base, BrilliantCrypto offers its interface in multiple languages, including English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, and German. Additionally, the company has a community website, BrilliantCrypto Community, translated into these languages and in Turkish. Know more please visit our website at https://brilliantcrypto.net/ or our headquarters: 5F-6F, Midtown East, 9-7-2 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0052, Japan. Media Contact Brand: BrilliantCrypto Press Contact: Mr. Church Email: press.contact@brilliantcrypto.net Website: https://brilliantcrypto.net/ Brilliantcrypto Community | Global The article is provided by a third-party content provider. SeaPRwire ( https://www.seaprwire.com/ ) makes no warranties or representations in connection therewith. Sectors: Top Story, Corporate News SeaPRwire provides real time press release distribution for companies and organizations to 6,500+ media outlets & 3.5 million professional desktops in 90 regions. It distributes press releases in different languages, including: IndonesiaFolk, IndoNewswire, SEATribune, IDNewsZone, LiveBerita, DailyBerita, TaiwanPR, SinchewBusiness, AsiaEase, BuzzHongKong, SingapuraNow, TIHongKong, TaipeiCool, TWZip, AsiaFeatured, dePresseNow, THNewson, KULPR, VNFeatured, MENAEntry, HunaTimes, DubaiLite, ArabicDir, BeritaDaring, TekanAsia, JamKopi …
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Hitachi Develops a Model of BuilMirai Building IoT Solution for Small and Medium-Sized Buildings to Strengthen Green & Smart Building Business JCN Newswire

Hitachi Develops a Model of BuilMirai Building IoT Solution for Small and Medium-Sized Buildings to Strengthen Green & Smart Building Business

TOKYO, Sept 4, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE: 6501) and Hitachi Building Systems, Co., Ltd. today announced that they have newly developed a new model of BuilMirai building IoT solution for small and medium-sized(1) buildings (hereafter, the solutions). The solutions are included in the Lumada(2), improve building management efficiency, maintain and improve operational quality, and enhance user comfort. By launching the solutions, Hitachi and Hitachi Building Systems strengthen their green & smart building business.Green & Smart Building Business ConceptThe solutions are a package of solutions required by small and medium-sized buildings based on the technology, experience, and know-how that Hitachi has accumulated through the development and provision of BuilMirai for large buildings. Hitachi Building Systems will provide the solutions as a service. As a first step, from November 2024, Hitachi Building Systems will begin offering three solutions, all available via smartphones, to pass through security points at apartments, monitor building facilities for malfunctions, and monitor security camera imagery. The company will offer the solutions via monthly subscriptions that customers can select as needed, reducing their investment burden and supporting the GX and DX of small and medium-sized buildings.In the future, Hitachi and Hitachi Building Systems will continue to expand and enhance their menu of solutions and promote the development of a global standard model of BuilMirai in collaboration with GlobalLogic Inc., a Hitachi group company and will accelerate the global expansion of the green & smart building business.In recent years, a variety of social issues and needs have emerged against a backdrop of the rising prices of raw materials and energy, soaring labor costs, labor shortages, and climate change associated with global warming. In the building-related field as well, there has been a significant increase in interest in creating new value for buildings in response to changes in office demand, improving the efficiency of building management, and responding to environmental issues such as the more efficient use of energy.In large-scale redevelopment projects, there is a growing trend of building dedicated smart building systems to address these challenges. However, for small and medium-sized buildings, which are the majority of buildings in Japan, it is difficult to implement GX and DX initiatives due to budget constraints, including installation cost, and there is a dearth of systematic solutions suitable for small and medium-sized buildings.Hitachi has been selling the BuilMirai building IoT solution that serves as a platform for green & smart buildings, to large buildings to date. BuilMirai has been chosen to be the building OS(3) for flagship projects such as BLUE FRONT SHIBAURA (Shibaura Project), and Hitachi and Hitachi Building Systems has developed the solutions to meet the GX and DX needs of small and medium-sized buildings.Overview and Features of the SolutionsThe first in a series of BuilMirai models for small and medium-sized buildings is a set of as-a-service solutions: a security solution that enables security points in apartments to be controlled remotely, a building facility management solution that enables building facilities such as water tanks, pumps, and power receiving and transforming equipment to be monitored remotely, and a monitoring solution that enables security camera imagery from multiple locations to be remotely monitored.1. Very convenient use via smartphonesAll of the solutions can be easily used via a smartphone by apartment residents and building managers at any time and any place.2. Subscriptions allow users to select the solutions they need, reducing the investment burdenCustomers can select the solutions they need and subscribe to the service on a monthly basis, reducing the investment burden.3. Improved security and comfort of apartmentsThe security solution enables users to unlock security points such as entrances and elevators using a smartphone and call the elevator car to the entrance floor. In addition, guests and couriers can be pre-registered to ensure smooth entry by verifying their GPS location and conducting a one-time authentication.The monitoring solution also allows users to remotely unlock entrance security points while viewing security camera images in real time using a smartphone and to record visitors.Hitachi's Green & Smart Building Business InitiativesHitachi and Hitachi Building Systems are global providers of maintenance services utilizing digital technologies such as IoT and AI for more than one million elevators, escalators and other building equipment, taking advantage of more than 2,000 business bases. Leveraging this strength, they help buildings become smarter and more environmentally responsive. The BuilMirai building IoT solution is provided as a platform for green & smart buildings, connecting various building facilities and systems to enable centralized management, analysis, and control of data. This will help improve the efficiency of building management, maintain and improve the quality of operations, and enhance the comfort of users.Hitachi and Hitachi Building Systems are also strengthening their building equipment and systems business, which is a part of their green & smart buildings business. In April 2024, they consolidated the access control system business of the Hitachi Group into the Building Systems Business Unit of Hitachi, which includes Hitachi Building Systems, to strengthen its structure.In the air conditioning equipment business, Hitachi Building Systems and Hitachi Global Life Solutions, Inc. (hereafter Hitachi GLS), which provides air conditioning equipment and the air conditioning IoT solution "exiida," have been strengthening their collaboration since 2022. On July 23, 2024 through the capital restructuring of the air conditioning joint venture announced by Hitachi and Hitachi GLS(4), the Hitachi Group as a whole will accelerate its deployment of solutions in growth areas such as data centers, where demand is expanding in line with the rapid spread of generative AI, and green buildings, where demand is growing due to shortages of power supplies .(1) Lumada: Hitachi's advanced digital solutions and services for turning data into insights that drive the digital transformation of social infrastructure.(2) Buildings with a total floor area of 3,000 m² or less.Background Behind the Development of the Solutions(3) Building OS: A data integration platform that standardizes data by treating assets in a building as abstract digital assets, and accelerates application development by linking building facilities to a variety of services.(4) News release dated July 23, 2024 titled Hitachi to Announce Capital Reorganization of Air Conditioning Joint VentureIntroduction at Hitachi Social Innovation Forum 2024 JAPANThis solution will be showcased at "Hitachi Social Innovation Forum 2024 JAPAN" held from September 4th (Wed) to 5th (Thu) in Tokyo.Learn more about the solution at the exhibition "EX03-01: Hitachi's Smart Building Solutions to Enrich the Everyday Lives of People Living in Buildings." Security solutions (Smart Security) and monitoring solutions (Smart Monitoring) will be presented.For more information on "Hitachi Social Innovation Forum 2024 JAPAN", please visit the official website at: www.service.event.hitachi/en/regist/About Hitachi, Ltd.Hitachi drives Social Innovation Business, creating a sustainable society through the use of data and technology. We solve customers' and society's challenges with Lumada solutions leveraging IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products. Hitachi operates under the 3 business sectors of "Digital Systems & Services" – supporting our customers' digital transformation; "Green Energy & Mobility" – contributing to a decarbonized society through energy and railway systems, and "Connective Industries" – connecting products through digital technology to provide solutions in various industries. Driven by Digital, Green, and Innovation, we aim for growth through co-creation with our customers. The company's revenues as 3 sectors for fiscal year 2023 (ended March 31, 2024) totaled 8,564.3 billion yen, with 573 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 270,000 employees worldwide. For more information on Hitachi, please visit the company's website at www.hitachi.com. Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Seven Companies Announce to Conduct Engineering Design Work for Japanese Advanced CCS (Carbon Capture and Storage) Project JCN Newswire

Seven Companies Announce to Conduct Engineering Design Work for Japanese Advanced CCS (Carbon Capture and Storage) Project

TOKYO, Sept 4, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - ITOCHU Corporation, Nippon Steel Corporation, Taiheiyo Cement Corporation, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd., INPEX CORPORATION, Taisei Corporation, and ITOCHU Oil Exploration Co., Ltd. that the seven companies jointly proposed, has been selected by the Japan Organization for Metals and Energy Security (hereinafter "JOGMEC") to conduct "Engineering Design Work for Japanese Advanced CCS Projects" (hereinafter "Work"), a public offered project.(1)CCS is positioned as a means for decarbonization that should be fully harnessed, particularly in hard-to-abate industries(Note2), to achieve two targets set by the Japanese government: carbon neutrality in 2050 and a 46% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions (from FY2013 level) in FY2030. To expedite social implementation of CCS, JOGMEC issued a public call for advanced CCS projects in 2023 with the goal of achieving the successful underground storage of domestically-emitted carbon dioxide (CO2) by FY2030. And the Initiative was selected as one of the first advanced CCS projects in Japan to be eligible for governmental support.The Initiative involves the concept of using ships to transport CO2 separated and captured at the Nippon Steel's Kyushu Works Oita Area and the Kawasaki Plant of DC CO., Ltd., a Taiheiyo Cement Group company, to candidate storage sites. In FY2023, a feasibility study was conducted relating to the CO2 separation, capture, transportation and storage, which included identifying technical issues in the overall project as well as studies on economic viability and public acceptance.(3)The Work selected this time includes Front End Engineering Design (FEED) work relating to the separation, capture, ship transportation and storage of CO2 and appraisal drilling, as the next phase of the project.(4) Based on the results of the feasibility study mentioned above, basic engineering design work will be carried out from the perspectives of both technical and economic viability for each element of the value chain with the goal of starting operations by FY2030.The seven companies will continue to cooperate with each other to contribute to the realization of a sustainable society by aiming for the early social implementation of CCS in Japan.(1) Details of the announcements made by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and JOGMEC on June 28, 2024・Advanced Efforts for Commercialization of CCS: JOGMEC selects projects as Japanese Advanced CCS Projects for FY2024 (announced by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry) (Available only in Japanese)https://www.meti.go.jp/press/2024/06/20240628011/20240628011.html・Advanced Efforts for Commercialization of CCS: JOGMEC selects Nine projects as Japanese Advanced CCS Projects (announced by JOGMEC)https://www.jogmec.go.jp/english/news/release/news_10_00072.html(2) Refers to the industries such as the materials industries in which it is considered difficult to achieve decarbonization merely by electrification, the introduction of hydrogen, or other means.(3) Seven Companies Announce to Conduct a Joint Study on Japanese Advanced CCS (Carbon Capture and Storage) Projecthttps://www.mhi.com/news/230802.html(4) Overview of Request for Proposal on "Engineering Design for Japanese Advanced CCS Projects" in FY2024. (March 8, 2024) (Available only in Japanese)https://www.jogmec.go.jp/news/bid/bid_10_00836.htmlAbout MHI GroupMitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is one of the world’s leading industrial groups, spanning energy, smart infrastructure, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense. MHI Group combines cutting-edge technology with deep experience to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that help to realize a carbon neutral world, improve the quality of life and ensure a safer world. For more information, please visit www.mhi.com or follow our insights and stories on spectra.mhi.com. Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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