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Swedish Match, a subsidiary of Philip Morris International (PMI), is investing $232 million to expand its Kentucky facility, creating 450 jobs and boosting smoke-free product production. This expansion aligns with PMI's mission to promote smoke-free alternatives and is expected to generate an additional $277 million annually in regional economic impact.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 27, 2024 | 11:36 am

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IBIT

Bitcoin ETFs have seen significant net inflows of $18.08 billion, while Ethereum ETFs have experienced net outflows of $477.88 million. This indicates a strong preference for Bitcoin among institutional investors. BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF has been a major contributor to these inflows, whereas Grayscale's Ethereum ETF has led the outflows.

Portfolio Pulse from Murtuza Merchant

August 27, 2024 | 11:24 am

LZM

Lifezone Metals has started the risk insurance process with the U.S. Development Finance Corporation for its nickel project in Tanzania. This move is aimed at mitigating potential risks associated with the project.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 27, 2024 | 11:06 am

PLYM

Plymouth REIT has partnered with Sixth Street to secure $500 million for growth, focusing on acquisitions and joint ventures. Sixth Street will invest $250 million in a joint venture for Plymouth's Chicago portfolio, with Plymouth retaining 35% ownership. The transaction is leverage-neutral, and Plymouth maintains its 2024 Core FFO guidance.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 27, 2024 | 11:03 am

BITF

Bitfarms Ltd. has secured its first mega-site in the U.S. with a new data center in Sharon, Pennsylvania, which will have a capacity of 120 MW by 2025. The company has closed on 110 MW, with 30 MW expected to be operational by the end of 2024.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 27, 2024 | 11:03 am

CTRN

Citi Trends projects flat to low-single digit growth in comparable store sales for the second half of 2024 compared to 2023. Total sales are expected to decline due to a 53rd week in the previous year and store closures. The company plans to close 10-15 underperforming stores and expects a year-end cash balance of $60-70 million.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 27, 2024 | 10:53 am

EVTV

Envirotech Vehicles shares rose following the announcement of a $10 million Purchase Order financing line from GOBA Capital Inc.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 27, 2024 | 10:37 am

LIN

Linde has signed a long-term agreement to supply clean hydrogen for Dow's Path2Zero project in Canada, committing over $2 billion in investment.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 27, 2024 | 10:26 am

LIN

Linde has signed a long-term agreement to supply clean hydrogen to Dow's Path2Zero Project in Canada, investing over $2 billion in a new facility.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 27, 2024 | 10:06 am

KSPI

Kazakh fintech company Kaspi.kz has expressed interest in acquiring Uzbekistan's Humo payment system as part of a major privatization effort. The State Assets Management Agency of Uzbekistan plans to privatize a 100% stake in Humo, which is a key player in the country's payment processing sector.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 27, 2024 | 7:52 am