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Associated Press
22-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
IBN Coverage: D-Wave Quantum (NYSE: QBTS) Secures $400M in Equity Offering, Eyes Acquisitions and Expansion
This article was published by IBN, a multifaceted communications organization engaged in connecting public companies to the investment community. LOS ANGELES, CA - July 21, 2025 ( NEWMEDIAWIRE ) - D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) ('D-Wave'), a leader in quantum computing systems, software, and services, has completed sales of $400 million in gross proceeds of its common stock in an at-the-market equity ('ATM') offering, a move that strengthens its financial position as the company looks to scale operations and pursue strategic acquisitions. The raise, conducted between June 11 and June 27, was priced at an average of $15.18 per share. This represents a $9.08 or 149% premium to the $6.10 average price per share of the previous $150 million ATM program completed in January, according to the company ( ). This latest capital infusion brings D-Wave's cash balance to roughly $815 million as of July 1. The company intends to use the proceeds from this financing primarily for strategic acquisitions and general… Read More About D-Wave Quantum Inc. D-Wave is a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services. We are the world's first commercial supplier of quantum computers, and the only company building both annealing and gate-model quantum computers. Our mission is to help customers realize the value of quantum, today. Our quantum computers, the world's largest, are available on-premises or via the cloud, supported by 99.9% availability and uptime. More than 100 organizations trust D-Wave with their toughest computational challenges. With over 200 million problems submitted to our quantum systems to date, our customers apply our technology to address use cases spanning optimization, artificial intelligence, research and more. Learn more about realizing the value of quantum computing today and how we're shaping the quantum-driven industrial and societal advancements of tomorrow: Forward Looking Statements Certain statements in this press release are forward-looking, as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements involve risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from the information expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements and may not be indicative of future results. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including, among others, various factors beyond management's control, including the risks set forth under the heading 'Risk Factors' discussed under the caption 'Item 1A. Risk Factors' in Part I of our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K or any updates discussed under the caption 'Item 1A. Risk Factors' in Part II of our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and in our other filings with the SEC. Undue reliance should not be placed on the forward-looking statements in this press release in making an investment decision, which are based on information available to us on the date hereof. We undertake no duty to update this information unless required by law. NOTE TO INVESTORS: IBN is a multifaceted financial news, content creation and publishing company utilized by both public and private companies to optimize investor awareness and recognition. For more information, please visit Please see full terms of use and disclaimers on the InvestorBrandNetwork website applicable to all content provided by IBN, wherever published or re-published: The latest news and updates relating to QBTS are available in the company's newsroom at Forward Looking Statements Certain statements in this article are forward-looking, as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. 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Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
How Is CEG Using Acquisitions to Accelerate Clean Energy Growth?
Constellation Energy Corporation CEG is leveraging strategic partnerships to expand its market reach, enhance its clean energy portfolio and develop innovative technologies. These partnerships allow the company to offer more comprehensive solutions to customers and drive growth in the clean energy sector. The objective of the company is to make opportunistic energy acquisitions with a focus on January 2025, Constellation Energy announced to acquire Calpine in a cash and stock transaction valued at an equity purchase price of nearly $16.4 billion. The agreement will combine the nation's leading clean energy producer with Calpine's reliable, dispatchable natural gas assets, opening up opportunities to supply more customers coast-to-coast. In June 2025, CEG received regulatory approval from the New York State Public Service Commission and the deal is expected to be closed in the fourth quarter of 2025. This acquisition is expected to significantly boost CEG's earnings per share (EPS) by more than 20% in 2026, and further add at least $2 to EPS through 2029. Additionally, the combined company is projected to generate more than $2 billion in free cash flow before growth annually. In 2023, CEG also acquired a 44% ownership stake in the South Texas Project Electric Generating Station for $1.75 billion. This transaction included nearly 1,100 megawatts (MW) of the plant's output, expanding CEG's carbon-free nuclear is benefiting from its strategic acquisitions. This enhances its position as a leading clean energy provider, expanding its customer base and increasing financial strength. The company's strategic acquisitions are projected to deliver immediate earnings accretion, significant free cash flow and opportunities to reinvest in clean energy technologies. Some other utility companies that are also focused on expanding operations through acquisitions have been discussed below:NRG Energy NRG will acquire a portfolio of natural gas generation facilities and a commercial and industrial virtual power plant platform from LS Power. The acquisition will double NRG's generation capacity to 25 GW, adding modern, flexible natural gas assets. Vistra Corp. VST has executed a definitive agreement to acquire seven modern natural gas generation facilities, totaling nearly 2,600 MW of capacity, from Lotus Infrastructure Partners. The deal is expected to be closed in late 2025 or early 2026. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Constellation Energy's 2025 and 2026 EPS indicates an increase of 9% and 22%, respectively. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research CEG is trading at a premium relative to the industry, with a forward 12-month price-to-earnings of 30.08X compared with the industry average of 20.72X. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research In the past six months, CEG's shares have risen 29.8% compared with the industry's 13.2% growth. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research CEG currently has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) : Free Stock Analysis Report Constellation Energy Corporation (CEG) : Free Stock Analysis Report Vistra Corp. (VST) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research
Zawya
03-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
EIGHTClouds announces strategic milestone with $20mln raised and plans for sector-focused expansion
Dubai, UAE – EIGHTClouds is pleased to announce the successful completion of its targeted US$20 million capital raise, originally structured as a 24-month initiative, completed in just 11 months due to strong strategic interest and oversubscription. This milestone reinforces our positioning as a disciplined, sector-focused investment platform and reflects growing confidence in our consumer-centric approach across the region. Capital from the raise is being deployed across a series of strategic acquisitions, with several investments already completed and others in progress. These efforts align with our long-term vision to support category-defining companies across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and beyond. Over the past year, EIGHTClouds has intensified its activity in high-growth verticals within Food & Beverage and Hospitality, sectors where evolving consumer preferences, digital innovation, and operational scale are creating meaningful opportunities. To build on this momentum, we are preparing a new series of sector-focused investment initiatives, with Cayman-based structures under consideration, to deepen our exposure to the consumer sector. These initiatives will initially concentrate on scalable F&B concepts, hospitality models, and experience-led brands aligned with evolving regional and global consumer trends, including a strategy focused on No Exit Plan (NEP) businesses. These established, family-owned businesses with no clear succession plan are often under-managed but rich in brand equity and customer loyalty, and represent untapped potential across retail, food & beverage, wellness, and direct-to-consumer sectors. 'This past year has marked a phase of disciplined expansion for EIGHTClouds,' said Mark Aitchison, Founder & CEO. 'We have supported businesses with strong fundamentals, clear market differentiation, and the potential to grow into regional leaders. These upcoming initiatives reflect our conviction in long-term opportunities within the consumer space, and our commitment to building resilient, high-quality brands across the region.' The upcoming structures aim to increase EIGHTClouds' involvement in fast-growing, consumer-facing businesses with strong cash flow potential, scalable commercial models, and clear strategic pathways. With favourable demographics, rising discretionary income, and a pro-business policy environment, the GCC continues to provide an attractive backdrop for targeted growth efforts. 'Across our pipeline, we are seeing strong consumer businesses with both regional relevance and global scalability,' said Oliver Wall, Director of Investments at EIGHTClouds. 'What sets them apart is a clear business model, solid market positioning, and the ability to scale efficiently. Through our upcoming initiatives, we intend to support this potential with capital, executional support, and strategic alignment.' EIGHTClouds' approach remains centred on high-conviction ownership, operational involvement, and long-term value creation. By supporting exceptional companies with tools to scale, including technology, branding, distribution, and capital discipline, the firm is carving out a distinct position within the GCC's alternative investment landscape. These initiatives will also serve as a launchpad for regional expansion, with a focus on the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and key gateway markets where consumer demand, infrastructure, and policy reform are converging to shape the next wave of opportunity in the consumer economy. EIGHTClouds Disclaimer: This communication is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, any securities or investment products. Any forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties.
