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3 days ago
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Next-Gen Batteries Set for 28.5% CAGR Through 2029
"Comprehensive Market Analysis Highlights Opportunities and Challenges in the Evolving Next-Gen Battery Sector for EVs and Energy Storage" Boston, July 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- According to the latest study from BCC Research, 'Next-Generation Advanced Batteries: Global Markets' is projected to grow from $1.5 billion in 2024 to $5.3 billion by the end of 2029, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 28.5% from 2024 through 2029. This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global market for next-generation advanced batteries, focusing on their applications in various industries. It explores emerging technologies, upcoming trends, the competitive landscape, market dynamics and patent activity. The study also highlights ESG developments and macro-economic factors. It covers four regions: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Rest of the World. The report concludes with detailed profiles of leading companies in the industry. This report is especially relevant today as next-generation advanced batteries are rapidly transforming key industries with their superior energy density, longer lifespan, lightweight design, and fast-charging capabilities. These features make them ideal for powering electric vehicles (EV), portable electronics, and grid energy storage systems. Recent advances have also significantly improved safety by reducing the risks of overheating and combustion. With ongoing research driving further gains in performance and reliability, these batteries are becoming increasingly essential for a sustainable energy future. The factors driving the market's growth include: Need for a cost-effective alternative to LIBs: Lithium-ion batteries are expensive due to their use of rare and costly materials. This has created a push for more affordable alternatives that use abundant or recyclable components, making energy storage more accessible and sustainable. Preference for flow batteries over conventional batteries: Flow batteries are gaining popularity, especially for large-scale energy storage, because they offer longer life, better safety, and scalability. Their ability to decouple energy and power capacity makes them ideal for grid applications. Increasing demand for solar energy: As solar power adoption rises globally, there is a growing need for efficient energy storage systems to manage intermittent generation. Advanced batteries help store excess solar energy and ensure a stable power supply. Demand for higher battery energy density: The Ev, aerospace, and consumer electronics industries require batteries that store more energy in smaller, lighter packages. This demand is pushing innovation in next-gen batteries like solid-state and lithium-sulfur technologies. Request a sample copy of the global market for next-generation advanced batteries report. Report Synopsis Report Metric Details Base year considered 2023 Forecast period considered 2024-2029 Base year market size $1.2 billion Market size forecast $5.3 billion Growth rate CAGR of 28.5% from 2024 to 2029 Segments covered Battery Type, End Use, and Region Regions covered North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Rest of the World (South America, the Middle East and Africa) Market drivers Need for a cost-effective alternative to LIBs. Preference for flow batteries over conventional batteries. Increasing demand for solar energy, facilitating the deployment of next-generation advanced batteries. Demand for higher battery energy density. Interesting facts: According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), global battery manufacturing reached 2.5 terawatt-hours (TWh) in 2023, an increase of 780 gigawatt-hours (GWh) in capacity compared to 2022. This represents a growth of over 25% from the previous year. The IEA reported that EV sales worldwide hit 14 million units in 2023, accounting for 18% of all vehicle sales. This marks a rise from 14% in 2022, with 3.5 million more EVs sold in 2023, a 35% year-on-year increase. The U.S., China, and Europe continued to dominate the next-generation advanced battery market in 2023, collectively accounting for more than 90% of the global market share. Emerging startups Benan Energy Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.: This company researches, develops, and manufactures high-safety SIBs, and is committed to advancing the industrialization of sodium-ion energy storage solutions, which offer safety and environmentally friendly features. QuantumScape Battery, Inc.: QuantumScape, based in San Jose, Calif., develops solid-state rechargeable lithium metal batteries for Evs. Its R&D is focused on two innovations: a codeless architecture and a proprietary solid ceramic separator that improves energy density, charging speeds, and safety. Allegro Energy: The company has developed water-based redox flow batteries to store renewable energy and is looking to build an 800 KWh pilot storage facility in New South Wales, Australia. The report addresses the following questions: What is the market's projected size and growth rate? The global market for next-generation advanced batteries was valued at $1.2 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $5.3 billion by the end of 2029, with a CAGR of 28.5%. Which factors are driving the growth of the market? Key drivers include: Need for a cost-effective alternative to lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). Preference for flow batteries over conventional batteries. Increasing demand for solar energy facilitating next-generation advanced battery deployment. Demand for higher battery energy density. Which market segments are covered in the report? The next-generation advanced batteries market is segmented based on battery type, end-use, and region. Which battey type segment will be dominant through 2029? Solid state batteries (SSBs) will be the dominant market segment through 2029. Which region has the largest market share? Asia-Pacific holds the largest share of the global market. Market leaders include: BLUE SOLUTIONS S.A.S. CONTEMPORARY AMPEREX TECHNOLOGY CO. LTD. ESS TECH INC. FARADION HINA BATTERY TECHNOLOGY CO. LTD. ILIKA INVINITY ENERGY SYSTEMS LG ENERGY SOLUTION NATRON ENERGY INC. NGK INSULATORS LTD. PANASONIC ENERGY CO. LTD. PRIMUS POWER SOLUTIONS QUANTUMSCAPE BATTERY INC. SK ON CO. LTD. SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES LTD. Related reports: Global EV Battery Swapping Market: This report reviews the global EV battery swapping market, covering battery types such as lithium-ion, nickel-metal hydride, and lead-acid. It examines manual and automatic swapping stations, service models like subscription and pay-per-use, and applications across passenger cars, commercial vehicles, two-wheelers, and three-wheelers. The report also highlights emerging technologies and developments, competitive dynamics, ESG trends, and the impact of geopolitical events. It includes regional insights and profiles of leading companies, with market values presented in millions of dollars. Flow Batteries: Global Markets: This report provides an analysis of the global flow battery market, focusing on battery types, materials, deployment, and applications, excluding the automotive sector. It explores trends, patent activity, and regional insights, while also addressing the impact of COVID-19 and ESG. The report concludes with profiles of major manufacturers and presents market values in millions of dollars. Purchase a copy of the report direct from BCC Research. For further information on any of these reports or to make a purchase, contact info@ About BCC Research BCC Research market research reports provide objective, unbiased measurement and assessment of market opportunities. Our experienced industry analysts' goal is to help you make informed business decisions free of noise and hype. For media inquiries, email press@ or visit our media page for access to our market research library. Any data and analysis extracted from this press release must be accompanied by a statement identifying BCC Research LLC as the source and publisher. CONTACT: BCC Research Corporate HQ: 50 Milk St., Ste. 16, Boston, MA 02109, USA Email: info@ Phone: +1 781-489-7301Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
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Here is Why New Fortress Energy (NFE) Surged This Week
The share price of New Fortress Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:NFE) surged by 8.61% between July 15 and July 22, 2025, putting it among the Energy Stocks that Gained the Most This Week. A cutaway view of a modern energy infrastructure and its power generation facilities. New Fortress Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:NFE) owns and operates natural gas and LNG infrastructure and an integrated fleet of ships and logistics assets to rapidly deliver turnkey energy solutions to global markets. New Fortress Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:NFE) surged last week following reports that the company has executed a 5-year agreement for the deployment of the Energos Winter, a 138,250 m3 FSRU, with the Egyptian Natural Gas Holding Company. Chris Guinta, CFO of New Fortress Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:NFE), stated: 'We are pleased to reinforce our relationship with EGAS by way of our deployment of a second FSRU to Egypt. This deal enhances NFE's goals of providing reliable and cost-effective energy across the globe' This development builds on the long-term contract New Fortress Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:NFE) secured last month to supply LNG to five power plants in Puerto Rico, ensuring the company with a stable revenue stream for the next decade and a half and reinforcing investor confidence. However, despite the recent uptick, New Fortress Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:NFE) has fallen by more than 70% since the beginning of 2025. While we acknowledge the potential of NFE as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock. READ NEXT: 10 Best Nuclear Energy Stocks to Buy Right Now and The 5 Energy Stocks Billionaires are Quietly Piling Into. Disclosure: None. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Irish Times
23-07-2025
- Automotive
- Irish Times
Markets climb on back of Japan-US trade deal signing
Global markets climbed higher on Wednesday after the United States signed a trade deal with Japan amid reports a deal with Europe could be close. Dublin Euronext Dublin finished the day up 1.3 per cent, lifted by Cavan-based insulation specialist Kingspan, which surged 3.6 per cent. There was strength across the board on the index, which fed through to the banks as AIB and Bank of Ireland finished the day up 1 per cent and 2 per cent respectively. Elsewhere, Ryanair continued its recent run as it climbed 1.5 per cent. Davy increased its price target for the airline from €24 to €27 and reiterated its 'outperform' prediction on its rating. READ MORE 'The market overall did a little bit better on the day,' noted a trader. 'The tariff deal with Japan set the market up well for the morning and it just carried through into the day.' London The FTSE 100 index closed up 0.4 per cent which was a record closing peak, after earlier hitting an all-time high. The FTSE 250 closed up 0.4 per cent, and the AIM All-Share closed up 0.5 per cent. Car makers such as Toyota climbed 14 per cent, and Honda jumped 11 per cent. Mitsubishi rose a more modest 3.6 per cent. On the FTSE 100, Informa rose 5.3 per cent. It raised its full-year outlook and added to its share buyback after reporting 20 per cent growth in half-year sales and adjusted profit. Europe The pan-European Stoxx 600 index rose 1.01 per cent, while Europe's broad FTSEurofirst 300 index rose 1.01 per cent. The Cac 40 in Paris advanced 1.5 per cent, while the Dax 40 in Frankfurt gained 0.8 per cent. Euro zone government bond yields were mixed, as investors weigh what Japan's trade deal with Washington means for hopes of further agreements. Euro area borrowing costs had fallen over the past two sessions as investor focus shifted to the deflationary fallout from potential U.S. trade duty increases and a strengthening euro. US President Donald Trump struck a deal with Japan that spares Tokyo from punishing levies in exchange for a $550 billion (€468 billion) package of US-bound investment and loans. Germany's 10-year government bond yield, the euro area's benchmark, rose 1.5 basis points to 2.603 per cent, after dropping more than 10 basis points in the last two sessions. Germany's two-year government bond yield – more sensitive to expectations for European Central Bank policy rates – was little changed at 1.798 per cent. The gap between German 10-year and 2-year yields rose 1.5 basis points to 80.5 basis points. New York Wall Street's main indexes moved higher after it was reported that the US and the European Union were closing in on a 15 per cent tariff deal. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.36 per cent; the S&P 500 rose 0.27 per cent; while the Nasdaq Composite rose 0.35 per cent. Tesla and Alphabet are set to report after the bell on Wednesday. With AI optimism running high and valuations stretched, expectations for these tech giants are sky-high, leaving little margin for disappointment. In earnings-focused moves, GE Vernova's shares climbed 13.7 per cent to an all-time high, as the power equipment maker raised its current-year revenue and free cash flow forecasts after beating Wall Street estimates for second-quarter profit. Texas Instruments tumbled 12.7 per cent after its quarterly profit forecast failed to impress investors, as it pointed to weaker-than-expected demand for its analog chips from some customers and underscored tariff-related uncertainty. The earnings also weighed on its peer analog chipmakers, with NXP Semiconductors, Analog Devices and ON Semiconductor falling between 3.5 per cent and 5.6 per cent. Toymaker Hasbro slipped 2.4 per cent even after raising its annual revenue forecast. A 1.7 per cent drop in AT&T kept the communications sector in the red, with all other sectors in positive territory. The company's stock dropped despite beating quarterly profit estimates. – Additional reporting: Agencies
Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Seeking Up to 15% Dividend Yield? Piper Sandler Suggests 2 Dividend Stocks to Buy
Stock investing is all about returns, and the markets have delivered just that since hitting their trough in April. The S&P 500 bottomed out at 4,983 and has since rebounded 26%, bringing its year-to-date gain to 7% and pushing it to record levels. But is there room for more gains? Elevate Your Investing Strategy: Take advantage of TipRanks Premium at 50% off! Unlock powerful investing tools, advanced data, and expert analyst insights to help you invest with confidence. Make smarter investment decisions with TipRanks' Smart Investor Picks, delivered to your inbox every week. Piper Sandler chief investment strategist Michael Kantrowitz, in a recent interview, explains why he believes that markets haven't hit their ceiling yet, but he acknowledges that all gains have their limits. 'I think it's important to recognize or acknowledge that the last three months' moves were largely pricing out of macro risk. Whether you look at PEs, which have rebounded, or credit spreads, which have compressed, it's been a very macro-led tape where kind of a rising tide has lifted all boats. Going forward, we should not expect this to sustain the same level of returns, of course,' Kantrowitz stated. But investors are still looking for profits, and when the market ceiling is facing limits, high-yield dividend stocks offer a sound choice to maximize portfolio returns. Against this backdrop, Piper Sandler analyst Crispin Love has highlighted two high-yielding dividend stocks to buy – including one with a yield approaching 15%. Let's give them a closer look. AGNC Investment (AGNC) We'll start with AGNC, a real estate investment trust, or REIT, whose activities mainly revolve around agency mortgage-backed securities. These assets are guaranteed against credit losses by Federal entities – Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and Ginnie Mae – providing a level of protection for investors. AGNC is an internally managed REIT, with a long-term goal of delivering solid returns to its shareholders. That goal is reflected in the company's highly focused investment strategy. AGNC has built a portfolio where 98% of its assets are agency MBS, including pass-through certificates, collateralized mortgage obligations (CMOs), and 'to-be-announced' securities (TBAs) – all carrying federal guarantees that help mitigate credit risk. As of March 31, the portfolio stood at $78.9 billion in value, with over 95% allocated to 30-year fixed-rate assets, underscoring AGNC's preference for stable, long-duration instruments. AGNC's consistent dividend policy is a key reason it stands out among income investors. In fact, the company pays dividends monthly – a less common but appealing feature for those seeking regular income. This monthly cadence allows investors to better match dividend inflows with ongoing expenses. AGNC's most recent declaration came on July 9 for an August 11 payment, maintaining its 12-cent monthly rate. That equates to 36 cents per quarter and $1.44 annually, translating to a generous forward yield of 15.5%. While its dividend track record is attractive, it's worth examining AGNC's underlying financials to assess the sustainability of those payouts. In its latest quarterly report for Q1 2025, the company posted net interest income of $159 million and a non-GAAP EPS of 44 cents. Although NII fell short of expectations by $284 million, the earnings per share came in 3 cents above the consensus. In setting out the Piper Sandler view here, analyst Crispin Love explains why he believes that this REIT will continue to deliver on the dividend. 'Since AGNC's 1Q25 earnings, agency spreads have tightened slightly following significant volatility around Liberation Day. We believe near-term spread levels and mortgage rates should be somewhat range-bound, but we could see continued rate volatility in 2025 given the macro landscape and uncertainty related to economic growth, inflation, and tariffs. Going forward, we believe AGNC can maintain its current dividend level, with AGNC generating mid-to-high teens returns over the near-term,' Love opined. Love's comments back up his Overweight (i.e., Buy) rating on the stock, and his $10 price target implies a one-year upside potential of 8%. Together with the dividend yield, the total one-year return on this stock may approach 23.5%. (To watch Love's track record, click here) Overall, AGNC shares get a Moderate Buy consensus rating from the Street, based on 12 recent analyst reviews that include 7 Buys and 5 Holds. (See AGNC stock forecast) Rithm Capital (RITM) The second dividend stock we'll look at is Rithm Capital, a REIT that was founded in 2013 and for the past decade-plus has provided a compelling investment option in mortgage servicing rights (MSRs). Early on, Rithm focused on MSR management; today, its portfolio is more varied, holding a diverse set of real estate assets. In addition to mortgage servicing rights, these assets include residential mortgage loans, commercial real estate, single-family rentals, business purpose loans, and even consumer loans. Building on this expanded investment scope, Rithm took a major strategic step in late 2023 by acquiring the asset management firm Sculptor Capital Management. The $719.8 million deal significantly broadened Rithm's operational reach and brought Sculptor's sizable asset base under its umbrella. The impact of this acquisition is evident in the company's numbers. Rithm now boasts $7.8 billion in total equity and a book value of $12.39 per common share. Its total assets stand at $45 billion, while assets under management have grown to $35 billion – a figure reflecting the addition of Sculptor's portfolio. Diving into specific segments, the company holds over $5.5 billion in mortgage origination and servicing and nearly $850 million in residential transitional lending. These robust figures support Rithm's overarching goal: to deliver stable and attractive long-term returns to shareholders. A key part of that strategy is the dividend, which the company has paid consistently for 12 years. The current quarterly dividend stands at 25 cents per common share, declared most recently on June 18 for a July 31 payment. At the annualized rate of $1, this payout translates to a forward yield of 8.4%. That yield appears well-supported by the company's latest financials. In 1Q25, earnings available for distribution (EAD) came in at $275.3 million, or 52 cents per share – 5 cents ahead of expectations and more than enough to cover the dividend. Checking in again with Piper Sandler's Crispin Love, we find that the analyst has a lot to say about Rithm – and it's mostly positive. 'With 30-year mortgage rates keeping the origination outlook still far from a normalized environment, we are focused on names that can perform in this higher for longer backdrop. One name that stands out to us for multiple reasons is RITM. Rithm is a diversified business across mortgage and asset management and is currently trading at just 5x earnings. On the mortgage side, RITM is the #3 mortgage servicer in the US which is an annuity like business that can actually outperform in higher rate backdrops. In addition, management is contemplating a potential spin of its mortgage business (Newrez), which could serve as a catalyst to shares. And lastly, RITM continues to grow in asset management following its acquisition of Sculptor in late 2023 with the potential for more acquisitions or partnerships in the space,' Love noted. The analyst quantifies this stance with an Overweight (i.e., Buy) rating, along with a $14 price target that points toward a one-year gain of 17.25%. Add in the dividend yield, and the return for RITM over the coming year can hit as high as ~26%. All in all, there are 6 recent analyst reviews on record for Rithm Capital and they are all positive – for a unanimous Strong Buy consensus rating. (See RITM stock forecast) To find good ideas for dividend stocks trading at attractive valuations, visit TipRanks' Best Stocks to Buy, a tool that unites all of TipRanks' equity insights. Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this article are solely those of the featured analyst. The content is intended to be used for informational purposes only. 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Bloomberg
17-07-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Get Used to a Higher Degree of Volatility, Says BofA's DeMare
Bank of America Head of Global Markets Jim DeMare says, 'betting against volatility is not a good strategy for the near and mid-term,' and doesn't see clients exiting markets on concerns over the independence of the Federal Reserve. (Source: Bloomberg)
