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Analyzing the Growth and Challenges of the EV Industry in the IEA’s Global EV Outlook 2024

April 30, 2024 Chris Thompson

This article delves into the “Global EV Outlook 2024” by the International Energy Agency (IEA), offering an in-depth analysis of the electric vehicle (EV) industry’s current state and potential future. Highlighting a 35% growth in EV sales in 2023 and the expansion of charging infrastructures, it underscores the technological, regulatory, and market dynamics shaping the sector. The report stresses the critical roles of affordability, government incentives, and technological advancements in batteries and charging technologies in driving the adoption and sustainability of electric vehicles globally. [more]

VIDEO: Roll-Up Strategies in the Canadian ICT Industry

November 14, 2023 Chris Thompson

In this short video, Chris Thompson of eResearch explores the Canadian ICT sector’s M&A dynamics, focusing on the strategic use of roll-up strategies by leading companies. The report provides an in-depth analysis of companies like Constellation Software and Ciscom Corp., showcasing how they leverage acquisitions to fuel growth and expand their market presence. Learn about the factors driving M&A activity in Canada and why ICT companies are prime targets for consolidation. Download our detailed 22-page report for an insider’s look at the Canadian ICT M&A industry. [more]

Graphano - Graphite - The Power of Carbon

Undervalued Graphano Energy Seeks to Satisfy North American Battery Demands

March 2, 2022 Chris Thompson

Graphano Energy recently spun out from Manganese X and raised over C$5.3 million as the Company explores its flagship project, the 100%-owned, Lac Aux Bouleaux Graphite Property in Quebec. Graphano Energy’s properties have a documented history of having active deposits of natural graphite, which is one of the most sought-after technology minerals for Electric Vehicles and other green tech solutions. [more]

Lightning eMotors deal with Forest River ECV

Shares of Lightning eMotors up 89% after signing $850M deal with Berkshire Hathaway-backed Forest River but Stock Retreats just as Fast

August 25, 2021 Chris Thompson

Lightning eMotors, a leading supplier of specialty commercial electric vehicles for fleets, signed an $850 million strategic partnership deal with Forest River, a Berkshire Hathaway company and North America’s largest shuttle bus manufacturer. With this deal, Lightning eMotors plans to deploy up to 7,500 zero-emission shuttle buses in the UK and Canada by 2025. [more]

Lucid Motors Completes Merger with Churchill Capital Corp SPAC to List on NASDAQ

August 12, 2021 Israel Pinheiro

With significant expertise in the automotive and technology industries Lucid Motors merges with a SPAC from Churchill Capital, and raises $4.4 billion to boost its growth and manufacturing capacity to launch its EV later this year. [more]

Magna to Buy Driver-Assist Software Supplier Veoneer for $3.8B

July 23, 2021 Israel Pinheiro

Magna acquires Veoneer for $3.8 billion in cash. The combination of the two businesses and the addition of relevant engineering and software expertise, reinforce its portfolio and industry position. [more]

EQ Works – Data Revenue Increases 12% Year-over-Year as EQ Forecasts 60% Revenue Growth Next Quarter as Retail Reopens

June 21, 2021 Chris Thompson

14-page Update Equity Research Reports on EQ’s Q1/2021 financial results. EQ’s data solutions revenue, recently its fastest-growing segment, increased 12% year-over-year to $0.48 million in Q1/2021. Due to seasonality & COVID-19 impacts, overall revenue for Q1/2021 was $1.75 million, down from $2.20 million in Q1/2020 but slightly higher than our estimate of $1.70 million. [more]

Crypto Update – Bitcoin tops $1T, New Bitcoin ETFs, and Tesla to Accept Bitcoin

March 18, 2021 Michael Lacasse

Bitcoin’s value has doubled in 2021, reaching a market capitalization of more than$1 trillion. New Bitcoin ETFs have emerged and are now worth over $1B with firms, such as Tesla, buying bitcoin stockpiles in preparation for use as payment. [more]

Dividends “March” Higher Despite Volatile 2020

March 3, 2021 Michael Lacasse

Major Canadian and U.S. firms, including Xcel Energy, Home Depots, Magna, RBC, Thomson Reuters, and Walmart, announce dividend increases after strong fourth-quarter results. [more]

EV Car Supplier ABC Technologies IPO’s

February 26, 2021 Michael Lacasse

After five years under Cerberus Capital Management‘s control, automotive part manufacturer ABC Technologies goes public. Following the offering, Cerberus should retain ~76% of the company. ABC is a pioneer in molding technologies especially in the auto industry. [more]