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From Mumbai to Delhi: 1win’s Cricket Roadshow


NEW DELHI, INDIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 June 2025 – Throughout May, 1win took the roads of India with a mission: to bring IPL 2025 thrills to the cricket fans, even in the country’s distant corners.

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As part of a nationwide roadshow, the brand visited multiple cities and towns on the way from Mumbai to New Delhi with a fleet of branded trucks, entertaining fan zones, and a caravan of local influencers.

Indian actors Surbhi Jyoti and Vishal Pandey joined the ride, lighting up each destination with their charm, humor, and love for cricket. Together with local influencers, they shared stories, cheered for their favorite teams, and brought smiles to thousands of fans.

“Cricket is something we all connect over, and this roadshow by 1win made that connection feel even more special. I loved seeing how excited people were when the trucks arrived—it was pure magic,” said Vishal Pandey.

Along the long road from Mumbai to New Delhi, 1win’s blue trucks made more than just a journey—they delivered the joy of watching the 2025 Indian Premier League. Each stop along the route transformed into a vibrant celebration, complete with live screenings, cricket-themed games, giveaways, and surprise celebrity visits. In the evening, 1win turned trucks into open-air cinemas, streaming live IPL matches on big screens under the stars—free of charge for the public. This way, people without access to TVs or mobile data could join the national celebration and cheer for their heroes.

“It felt like we were on a real adventure—traveling from city to city, meeting so many amazing people, and watching cricket under the stars. I’ll never forget the smiles we saw in those villages,” added Surbhi Jyoti.

With this IPL campaign, 1win not only carried gifts but also carried a message: cricket is more than a game—it is a reason to come together and get closer as a community.

Watch how 1win turned screening into a memorable experience and moment of joy on the @1winCharity YouTube channel.
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About 1win

1win.Charity is the philanthropic branch of international holding 1win, committed to sustainability and community development. Guided by the motto ‘We Care. We Share’, 1win Charity supports underserved communities around the world and focuses on humanitarian aid, recycling, and healthcare initiatives.

Coface Asia Payment Survey 2025 Companies expect payment behaviours to worsen amid economic uncertainty


HONG KONG SAR / SHANGHAI & BEIJING, CHINA / TAIPEI, TAIWAN / SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA / TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 June 2025 – The Asia Payment Survey, conducted by Coface in Q1 2025, provides insights into the evolution of payment behaviour and credit management practices of about 2,400 companies across the Asia Pacific region. Respondents are active in nine markets (Australia, China, Hong Kong SAR, India, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan and Thailand) and 13 sectors.

  • Average payment terms rose slightly to 65 days in 2024 from 64 in 2023
  • The average payment delay was unchanged at 65 days in 2024 but the share of companies experiencing payment delays dropped to 49%.
  • The share of companies reporting ultra-long payment delays (ULPDs[1]) exceeding 2% of annual turnover rose to a new high at 40%, up from 23% in 2023. Wood, Agro-food and Automotive reported the highest increase.
  • 57% of companies expect payment behaviours to worsen in the next six months, citing slowing demand, competitive pressure, and rising costs as top risks.
  • 33% of companies expected business outlook to deteriorate in 2025.
Coface Asia Payment Survey 2025

“Asia-Pacific experienced a slowdown in growth in 2024 due to slow growth in global demand, rising costs and high interest environment. The record surge in ULPDs signals that companies expect to face mounting financial strain. Along with escalating tariffs, businesses are bracing for a more volatile trade and policy environment. We have revised the GDP growth forecast for Asia to 3.8% in 2025. ” said Bernard Aw, Chief Economist for Asia-Pacific at Coface.

Credit terms still tight and may tighten ahead

Credit conditions remained tighter in 2024 compared to before 2023. Payment terms rose from 64 days in 2023 to 65 but below the five-year average of 69 days in 2018-2022.

Ten of the 13 sectors surveyed saw their payment terms increase in 2024. The sharpest rise was recorded in the automotive sector followed by textiles and chemicals. Increasing competition in the auto market prompted dealers to be more flexible in granting credit and to use it as a competitive tool.

Looking ahead, two-thirds of companies expect shorter payment terms, reflecting caution and higher priority for cash preservation amid heightened uncertainty.

Rising concern as ultra-long payment delays hit record high

The average payment delay remained stable at 65 days, unchanged from 2023.

Transport and Automobile reported higher payment delays (respectively +2% and +1% vs 2023).

However, the share of companies reporting ULPDs – payment delays over 180 days and exceeding 2% of annual revenue – rose dramatically to a new high at 40%, up from 23% in 2023. This represent a very high risk, given that 80% of these delays have never been paid, according to Coface’s experience. Such delays were highest in China, India, Thailand and Malaysia. All 13 sectors also saw increased ULPDs, with the most notable increases in Wood (+37%), Agro-food (+20%) and Automotive (+18%).

This trend is expected to continue over the next six months as 57% of companies expected a deterioration in late payments.

Outlook: Shifting trade policies expected to impact economic sentiment

We expect the economic outlook for 2025 to continue to weaken. Higher tariffs and shifting trade policies have increased uncertainty over global economic policy, weighing heavily on business spending and consumer confidence. In addition, companies also cite over-competitive pressures, slowing demand and higher labour costs as additional risks.

33% of respondents expect business activity to deteriorate in 2025 (vs 2024), more than double as compared to last year’s survey. Taiwan and Singapore were the most pessimistic, where over 4 out of 10 respondents expect deteriorating business activity.

‘Asia-Pacific growth slowed in 2024 as demand weakened. The rebound in trade last year has marginally offset the decline in 2023. In the face of continued and heightened geo-political uncertainty and increasing costs, many businesses are anticipated to strengthen their credit management measures and prioritise cost management.’ said Bernard Aw, Chief Economist for Asia-Pacific at Coface.


[1] Payment delays that exceed 180 days and exceeding 2% of annual revenue

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COFACE: FOR TRADE

As a global leading player in trade credit risk management for more than 75 years, Coface helps companies grow and navigate in an uncertain and volatile environment.

Whatever their size, location or sector, Coface provides 100,000 clients across some 200 markets. with a full range of solutions: Trade Credit Insurance, Business Information, Debt Collection, Single Risk insurance, Surety Bonds, Factoring. Every day, Coface leverages its unique expertise and cutting-edge technology to make trade happen, in both domestic and export markets. In 2024, Coface employed ~5 236 people and recorded a turnover of ~€1.84 billion.

Crypto CFD as a safe, flexible and efficient trading alternative: explained by Octa broker


KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 June 2025 – Bitcoin keeps reaching new ATHs (All-Time Highs) in 2025 and fosters bullish market sentiments, yet volatility remains significant. This ramps up the risks for crypto traders, who use traditional spot trading tools. Experts at Octa Broker explain how CFDs—Contracts for Difference—allow traders to decrease risk exposure while offering more trading opportunities.

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The majority of crypto traders believe the market will remain bullish in 2025. Bitcoin shows new ATHs, which stimulates altcoin price increases. The Trump administration’s crypto-friendly policies are often perceived as triggers for crypto market growth. Yet, despite the crypto-positive U.S. president and the increasing Bitcoin price, the market remains relatively unstable and prone to significant volatility.

Disruptive crypto market and its risks for spot traders
During the past six months, the crypto market has suffered significant turbulence. For example, at the end of 2024, the market capitalisation surpassed $1.6 trillion (Bitcoin excluded), only to later drop by 41% to $950 billion in Q1 2025. At the same time, venture capital investments returned to the levels of 2017-2018. Due to such negative dynamics, macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty, and a more restrictive monetary policy, reputable crypto experts like Coinbase institutional assumed that a crypto winter took place instead of the anticipated bull run and an alt season.

Since Q1 2025 showed the worst first-quarter performance in seven years with a dominating downtrend and high volatility, crypto traders struggled to identify potential trades and faced increased risks. What is more, funds were more vulnerable due to increased cyber threats. Chainalysis discovered a 60% rise in crypto hacks in Q1 2025. The total value of lost assets surpassed $2.2 billion. Traders suffered because of exploited protocols, key mismanagement, and mere phishing attacks.

CFDs to combat risks for spot traders
CFDs are overall a safer, more flexible and affordable alternative to traditional tools offered by crypto exchanges. While spot trading limits traders to capitalising on cryptocurrency price increases, CFDs allow them to benefit from the price difference between entry and exit positions. The trend doesn’t matter: one can open long positions, assuming price increases, and short ones, expecting an asset value to decrease. Moreover, when opening a contract, a trader doesn’t purchase a token. Such an approach allows crypto traders to eliminate several risks.

Limited trading opportunities
Traditional trading tools of the spot market imply that traders purchase an asset at a lower price and then sell it when the value increases. Doing so requires freezing funds until the cryptocurrency is sold. In times of high volatility and downtrend, traders end up in a situation where their trading opportunities are scarce, especially if they invested all their finances before the bearish trend suddenly began. Crypto CFDs don’t limit potential trades to the bullish market only: traders can also open positions to benefit from potential asset price decreases.

High market entry requirements
Owning an asset requires significant finances to enter the crypto market. CFDs offer traders leverage: a financial tool that requires a margin, a relatively small deposit, to open a trade for a larger amount of crypto. As a result, traders can enter a crypto market with far fewer resources. The trade conditions are transparent and competitive. Regulated brokers like Octa provide flexible leverage and low spreads on CFD pairs specified before trade opening.

Crypto ownership risks
Since CFDs eliminate the need for direct asset ownership, traders reduce the risk of token losses or theft. There is no need to manage hot or cold wallet accesses, including private keys, mind faulty smart contracts, or exchange security. CFDs are processed across broker infrastructure, which is regulated by reputable financial institutions. They require brokers to set up a reliable trading environment, adhere to responsible trading policies, and provide transparent operations.

Additional benefits of CFDs for active traders
CFDs are known as a more efficient financial tool, especially in times of market volatility. CFD brokers provide access to a wide variety of assets beyond the crypto landscape, thus allowing traders to diversify their portfolios with currency pairs, commodities, and indices. For instance, Octa Broker offers CFDs on over 30 popular digital assets: fiat currency pairs, global indices, commodities, stock derivatives, and shares. All of them are traded across a transparent ecosystem where traders are aware of leverage, fees, and spreads before opening a trade. This enhances risk management and allows to better calculate risks and adjust them, if necessary, before market entry.

Summing up
CFDs allow traders to efficiently combat risk exposure, which is inevitable when operating with traditional crypto trading tools. When entering a contract, one can benefit from a bullish and bearish market and navigate across a transparent environment without actually owning the asset. This also allows traders to minimise security risks like asset theft or loss and facilitates entry into the crypto market. Moreover, CFDs provide access to various asset types that aren’t limited to cryptocurrencies. Traders can diversify their portfolio and opt for a wider variety of assets to enhance risk management.

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Octa

is an international CFD broker that has been providing online trading services worldwide since 2011. It offers commission-free access to financial markets and various services used by clients from 180 countries who have opened more than 52 million trading accounts. To help its clients reach their investment goals, Octa offers free educational webinars, articles, and analytical tools.

The company is involved in a comprehensive network of charitable and humanitarian initiatives, including improving educational infrastructure and funding short-notice relief projects to support local communities.

In Southeast Asia, Octa received the ‘Best Trading Platform Malaysia 2024’ and the ‘Most Reliable Broker Asia 2023’ awards from Brands and Business Magazine and International Global Forex Awards, respectively.

Momentum Energy Partners with Goodbye Gas to Drive Home Electrification in Victoria


MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 June 2025 – Momentum Energy, who retails both gas and electricity in Victoria, has a partnership with Goodbye Gas to help Victorian households transition to energy-efficient, all-electric living. This collaboration is designed to assist homeowners to lower their energy costs over time and reduce their carbon footprint by getting off gas and electrifying their homes.

This partnership supports the Victorian Government’s sustainability goals by helping to reduce the reliance on fossil fuels. It also reinforces Momentum Energy’s commitment to support a cleaner energy future, and empowers residents to make more environmentally conscious choices through home electrification.

Electric appliances being installed in a bright, modern kitchen.
Electric appliances being installed in a bright, modern kitchen.

Momentum Energy’s Electrification Initiative

Momentum Energy is making it easier for households to transition to an all-electric home via their voluntary electrification program, by offering an incentive for Momentum gas customers based in Victoria.

Momentum will cover the gas abolishment fee for customers who purchase any product from Goodbye Gas and subsequently decide to remove their gas meter. All while Goodbye Gas provides expert guidance, as well as the practical know how, to make transitioning to an all-electric home easy. This includes support in replacing gas appliances with electric alternatives, accessing government rebates, and coordinating skilled trades for installation.

Installation of an electric split-system for heating and cooling.
Installation of an electric split-system for heating and cooling.

Home Electrification Benefits

This initiative offers several benefits to homeowners:

  • Cost Savings: Homeowners may lower their energy expenses over time by transitioning away from gas and using more energy-efficient electric appliances.
  • Environmental Impact: Electrical appliances can run on renewable electricity when it’s available, which typically means they have a lower environmental footprint that their gas equivalents as gas remains a fossil fuel 100% of the time.
  • Improved Efficiency: Many electrical appliances available today are quite energy efficient, designed to reduce energy consumption while maintaining optimal performance and comfort.


Renewable Energy Integration

Homeowners can further reduce energy costs by integrating solutions that support renewable energy. Running their new electric appliances with existing solar panels and battery storage can enhance energy independence.

For those looking to further reduce their environmental impact and support new renewable projects, Momentum Energy offers the option to add up to 100% GreenPower to electricity plans.

Transition Support

Goodbye Gas manages the entire electrification journey, from the initial consultation and accessing rebates to selecting quality products and coordinating installation. Momentum Energy will guide customers through the process of removing their gas meter if they choose to fully transition off gas and will credit the gas abolishment fee to their final gas bill once the meter is removed.
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About Momentum Energy

Momentum Energy is an Australian energy retailer dedicated to delivering sustainable energy solutions. By helping customers transition off gas and upgrade to electric appliances, Momentum supports the electrification movement, assisting Victorian households to reduce their carbon footprint, enhance energy efficiency, and help lower long-term energy costs. Through its partnership with Goodbye Gas, Momentum aims to make the switch more accessible while reinforcing its commitment to support a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

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About Goodbye Gas

Goodbye Gas is dedicated to helping Victorian households transition from gas to electric. They handle the entire process – from supplying quality products to co-ordinating expert installers and all available rebates – ensuring a seamless, hassle-free experience for homeowners. With expert consultation and end to end service, Goodbye Gas makes electrification easy.

Momentum Energy Teams Up with Solargain to Empower Australian Homes and Small to Medium-sized Businesses with Solar and Battery Energy Solutions


MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 June 2025 – Momentum Energy has partnered with Solargain, a leading provider of solar PV and battery storage solutions, to accelerate the adoption of clean, renewable energy solutions in Australia. This partnership aims to make solar technology more accessible to homeowners and small to medium-sized businesses, helping them reduce energy costs, lower their carbon footprint, and transition to a more sustainable energy future.

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Strategic Objectives

The partnership focuses on increasing the adoption of solar power systems and battery storage in Australia. Solargain, will manage key aspects of the transition, including product selection, installation, rebate applications, and ongoing support, ensuring a seamless process for customers.

Momentum Energy’s Role

Momentum Energy supports customers in accessing solar and battery solutions through its partnership with Solargain.

Momentum residential and small to medium-sized business electricity customers in Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia, or Queensland who purchase a Solargain product are eligible for a one-time bill credit of $100 (including GST).

Momentum’s Head of Energy Solutions, Cam Taylor, said, “We’re excited about our partnership with Solargain to help Momentum customers on their journey towards adopting solar and battery solutions. With recent announcements about subsidies for batteries, we expect more interest than ever, which is why we’re working with one of Australia’s largest providers of solar and batteries.”

A woman standing in front of solar panels.

Solar and Battery Solutions

The initiative provides homeowners and small to medium-sized businesses with access to solar and battery storage technologies. These include:

  • Hybrid Inverters – These devices integrate battery storage with solar energy generation, allowing users to store excess power for later use and reduce dependence on grid electricity.
  • Real-Time Energy Monitoring – Enables customers to track power consumption and solar energy production, assisting in energy management.
  • Battery Storage Solutions – Offers options for storing excess solar energy for use during peak periods or at night, reducing reliance on the grid.
  • Solar Systems (PV Panels & Inverters) – Provides access to solar photovoltaic (PV) panels and inverters, allowing customers to generate their own renewable energy and self-consume it on-site.

Key Benefits for Customers

Homeowners and small to medium-sized businesses taking part in this initiative can benefit from:

  • $100 (including GST) Bill Credit – Available to Momentum electricity customers based in Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia, or Queensland who take up the offer via Momentum and purchase a Solargain product (eg. a solar PV system, solar battery or hot water heat pump).
  • Reduced Energy Bills – Generating and storing electricity can help reduce reliance on the grid and decrease energy costs.
  • Customer Support – Solargain provides ongoing assistance to ensure system performance and efficiency.
  • Energy Independence – Storing solar-generated electricity in a battery enhances resilience to power outages.

Renewable Energy Integration

The partnership supports renewable energy adoption by making solar and battery solutions more accessible, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and contributing to emissions reduction.
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About Momentum Energy

Momentum Energy is an Australian energy retailer dedicated to providing sustainable energy solutions. As part of its mission to accelerate the transition to renewable energy, Momentum Energy aims to make solar and battery storage systems more accessible, help customers reduce their carbon footprints and energy costs, and reinforce its commitment to support a cleaner, more sustainable future.

About Solargain

Solargain is a leading provider of solar and battery storage solutions in Australia. Celebrating its 20th birthday and recently winning Canstar’s ‘Most satisfied Customers’ award, the company specialises in the expert installation of high-quality solar panels, inverters, and battery storage systems. Solargain is committed to helping Australians lower their energy costs and reduce their environmental impact with solar energy solutions.

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First Phosphate’s White Paper on Securing North American Phosphate Supply for LFP Cathode Materials Receives “Met” Rating from Defense Industrial Base Consortium


Saguenay, Quebec – Newsfile Corp. – June 10, 2025 – First Phosphate Corp. (CSE: PHOS) (OTCQB: FRSPF) (FSE: KD0) (“First Phosphate” or the “Company”) announces that its recent white paper submission to the United States Department of Defense (“DoD”) Defense Industrial Base Consortium (“DIBC”) for securing a North American phosphate supply of lithium iron phosphate (“LFP”) cathode active materials (“CAM”) received a “Met” rating. A “Met” rating, which does not indicate the white paper has been selected for award at this time, means that the white paper is eligible for award for 36 months if the DoD has a need for the solution and funding becomes available.

The DIBC’s rationale for the “Met” assessment is as follows:

  • First Phosphate’s solution appears to be technically and economically viable and with Defense Production Act (“DPA”) funding could become the first phosphate production facility strictly for LFP CAM in North America.
  • The schedule/timeframe and cost rough order of magnitude (“ROM”) are realistic and feasible as long as First Phosphate is able to secure the funding identified. DPA Title III funds are likely the most cost-effective, expedient, and practical alternative for the need.
  • The domestic phosphate supply is primarily used for the food and fertilizer industries, and industry will likely not meet the needed capacity for the battery industry without DPA Title III assistance. DPA Title III funds are likely the most cost-effective, expedient, and practical alternative for the need.
  • Phosphate, particularly for use in LFP CAM, is essential to national defense. Demand for LFP batteries is likely to continue to increase and having a domestic source greatly reduces dependency on China and their control over the LFP market.

The DIBC Other Transaction Authority (OTA) aims to accelerate the DoD’s access to commercial solutions for defense requirements. The DIBC OTA vehicle is utilized by the Manufacturing Capability Expansion and Investment Prioritization (MCEIP) directorate of the DoD, which addresses defense supply chain issues, industrial workforce development, critical production sustainability, commercialization of R&D efforts, and the rapid scaling of emerging technologies to build a robust, resilient Defense Industrial Base.

About First Phosphate Corp
First Phosphate (CSE: PHOS) (OTCQB: FRSPF) (FSE: KD0) is a mineral development company dedicated to producing high-purity phosphate for the LFP battery industry. The Company’s vertically integrated approach connects sustainable phosphate mining in Quebec with North American battery supply chains, targeting the energy storage, data center, robotics, mobility, and defense sectors. First Phosphate’s flagship Bégin-Lamarche Property in Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean is one of North America’s rare igneous phosphate resources, yielding high-purity phosphate with minimal impurities.

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Website: www.FirstPhosphate.com

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Forward-Looking Information and Cautionary Statements
This news release contains certain statements and information that may be considered “forward-looking statements” and “forward looking information” within the meaning of applicable securities laws. In some cases, but not necessarily in all cases, forward-looking statements and forward-looking information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “plans”, “targets”, “expects” or “does not expect”, “is expected”, “an opportunity exists”, “is positioned”, “estimates”, “intends”, “assumes”, “anticipates” or “does not anticipate” or “believes”, or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might”, “will” or “will be taken”, “occur” or “be achieved” and other similar expressions. In addition, statements in this news release that are not historical facts are forward looking statements, including, among other things: the Company’s planned exploration and production activities; the properties and composition of any extracted phosphate; the Company’s plans for vertical integration into North American supply chains, the Company’s plans relating to the design, build, operation and maintenance of the Bégin-Lamarche Phosphate Mine (and the the possibility of eventual economic extraction of minerals from therefrom); the technical and economic viability of First Phosphate’s solutions; any receipt of DPA funding including its approval, availability, amount (if any), and conditions; the development of an LFP cathode materials production facility; the applicability of the proposed technological process and any related advancements to LFP CAM and cost reductions; that the schedule and timeframe ROM will be realistic and feasible if funding is necessary funding; and the receipt of funding for the proposed activities on terms and conditions acceptable to the Company.

These statements and other forward-looking information are based on assumptions and estimates that the Company believes are appropriate and reasonable in the circumstances, which may prove to be incorrect, include, but are not limited to, the various assumptions set forth herein and in the Company’s public disclosure record including the short form base prospectus dated June 5, 2024, as well as: there being no significant disruptions affecting the activities of the Company or inability to access required project inputs; permitting and development of the projects being consistent with the Company’s expectations; the accuracy of the current mineral resource estimates for the Company and results of metallurgical testing; certain price assumptions for P2O5 and Fe2O3; inflation and prices for Company project inputs being approximately consistent with anticipated levels; the Company’s relationship with First Nations and other Indigenous parties remaining consistent with the Company’s expectations; the Company’s relationship with other third party partners and suppliers remaining consistent with the Company’s expectations; government relations and actions being consistent with Company expectations.

There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, and actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. There can be no assurance that any opportunity will be successful, commercially viable, completed on time or on budget, or will generate any meaningful revenues, savings or earnings, as the case may be, for the Company. In addition, the Company will incur costs in pursuing any particular opportunity, which may be significant. These factors and assumptions are not intended to represent a complete list of the factors and assumptions that could affect the Company and, though they should be considered carefully, should be considered in conjunction with the risk factors described in the Company’s other documents filed with the Canadian and United States securities authorities, including without limitation the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s Management Discussion and Analysis dated January 29, 2025 and Annual Report on 20-F dated July 8, 2024, which are available on SEDAR at www.sedarplus.ca. Although the Company has attempted to identify factors that would cause actual actions, events or results to differ materially from those disclosed in the forward-looking information or information, there may be other factors that cause actions, events or results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.

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Global Industrial Property Enters New Phase as Supply Chains Shift and Landlords Expected to Gain Ground

  • The Logistics Real Estate Market on the Chinese Mainland Shows Signs of Stabilization Amid Ongoing Consumer and Industrial Demand

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 June 2025 – Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) has published its inaugural global logistics and industrial outlook,Waypoint 2025, which highlights a significant shift in the sector as global supply chains are reconfigured and cost pressures evolve. Drawing on insights from more than 120 markets worldwide, the report shows that in the near term, the balance of power is tilting towards landlords, with wide-reaching implications for occupiers, investors, and developers.

The research reveals that globally, the proportion of tenant-favourable markets is expected to fall sharply from 52% today to just 28% by 2028. This change is being driven by constrained supply, robust demand, and rising costs across key inputs such as rent, labour, construction materials, and electricity. At the same time, landlord-favourable markets are forecast to rise from 24% to 35%, signalling a more competitive leasing environment in the years ahead for occupiers.

In Asia Pacific (APAC), fundamentals remain strong but market conditions are becoming more nuanced. The region currently offers more balanced conditions, with 24% favouring landlords and 33% favouring tenants. Over the next three years, markets in the region are expected to move away from a balanced, neutral position toward more polarising tenant- and landlord-favourable market conditions. Neutral markets are expected to decline to 29% from the current 42%, while tenant-friendly markets are anticipated to grow to 38% from 33%. Similarly, landlord-favourable markets are expected to rise to 33%, up from 24%.

Dr. Dominic Brown, Head of International Research at Cushman & Wakefield said, Asia Pacific markets are diverging, with Australia and Southeast Asia seeing a shift towards landlord-favourable conditions, while other parts of the region face rising vacancies and tenant-friendly dynamics. Nevertheless, 62% of APAC markets still expect rental growth in the next three years, driven by robust occupier demand, strategic manufacturing shifts and the region’s cost competitiveness in labour and energy.”

In terms of labour costs, APAC remains highly competitive, with countries like India, Vietnam, Philippines, and Indonesia having significantly lower wages. China has moved toward higher value-added manufacturing, with wages around 50% of the global average.

Another highlight of the report is that general manufacturing, retail distribution and e-commerce distribution are the top three key drivers of demand for logistics and industrial space in Asia Pacific. This is very much aligned to what is being seen across the world. High-tech and automotive manufacturing have also been identified as drivers of occupier demand in APAC over the next three years.

Dennis Yeo, Head of Investor Services and Logistics & Industrial, APAC, Cushman & Wakefield said: “Asia Pacific continues to demonstrate resilience, with markets such as India and Vietnam seeing sustained occupier demand. However, rising vacancy in some subregions, driven by a surge in new supply means that a one-size-fits-all approach no longer works. Businesses must adopt granular, market-specific strategies that account for local cost structures, infrastructure readiness, and automation potential.”

The logistics market on the Chinese mainland continued its path to stabilization and recovery in 2024, underpinned by favourable structural drivers. Key catalysts include the emergence of industrial clustering, the acceleration of new logistics productivity, and a more balanced supply-demand environment, all of which are reinforcing the market’s long-term fundamentals.

In the consumer segment, the rapid rise of new e-commerce formats — notably live-streaming commerce and instant retail — has been instrumental in driving online consumption. Combined with the effective rollout of consumer goods trade-in policies, these trends have led to sustained growth in online retail sales of physical goods, bolstering demand for high-quality logistics infrastructure.

On the industrial front, strong logistics demand for industrial goods has been observed, supported by continued manufacturing activity and supply chain modernization. This dual-sector momentum — consumer and industrial — is injecting fresh vitality into the premium logistics warehouse market, reinforcing its status as a core asset class in the evolving logistics ecosystem on the Chinese mainland.

Tony Su, Managing Director, Head of Industrial & Logistics Property Services, China, Cushman & Wakefield said: The transformation and upgrading of key industries are fueling renewed demand for warehouse space. This resurgence in leasing activity is expected to absorb incoming supply efficiently, supporting steady growth in both occupancy levels and rental rates—particularly within the premium logistics warehouse segment. These dynamics position the sector for healthier and more sustainable long-term development.”

The report concludes that resilience and diversity in supply chains will be essential for navigating both short- and long-term market shocks. Businesses that act decisively and strategically will be best placed to thrive in this evolving industrial landscape.

The full report, including regional breakdowns of rental levels, market conditions and vacancy projections, energy and labour cost comparisons, and analysis of demand drivers such as e-commerce and manufacturing, is available at Waypoint 2025.

Note to Editors
‘Waypoint 2025’ is Cushman & Wakefield’s inaugural global logistics & industrial research report which includes results from a survey of Cushman & Wakefield logistics and industrial market-facing colleagues for 127 markets worldwide. The survey was conducted from 7-18th April 2025, after the Trump Administration announced the suspension of most higher tariff rates for 90 days, while maintaining the 10% levy on nearly all global imports.

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GSM officially launches Green GSM – The first electric taxi brand in the Philippines


METRO MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 June 2025Green and Smart Mobility Joint Stock Company (GSM) today officially launched Green GSM, the first all-electric taxi service in the Philippines. The launch marks GSM’s entry into fourth international markets, following Vietnam, Laos, and Indonesia, and represents a significant milestone in the company’s “Go Green Global” strategy to advance sustainable mobility worldwide.

GSM Global CEO (third from the right), GSM Philippines Executive Director (far left), together with representatives from the Government, the Vietnamese Embassy, and other guests, attend the launch ceremony of Green GSM electric taxi services in the Philippines.
GSM Global CEO (third from the right), GSM Philippines Executive Director (far left), together with representatives from the Government, the Vietnamese Embassy, and other guests, attend the launch ceremony of Green GSM electric taxi services in the Philippines.

The grand launch took place at Quezon Memorial Circle in Quezon City, attended by H.E Ma. Cristina A. Roque – Secretary of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Mr. Vivencio Bringas Dizon – Secretary of the Department of Transportation (DOTr), Mr. Frederick D. Go – Special Assistant to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs, Mr. Teofilo E. Guadiz III – Chairman of Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB), Madame Joy Belmonte – Quezon City Mayor, H.E Mr. Lai Thai Binh – Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Vietnam to the Philippines, and nearly 100 strategic partners across sectors including banking, transportation, energy, retail, and technology.

Green GSM will begin operations in 10 of the 16 cities and districts that make up Metro Manila – the Philippines’ political, economic, and cultural heartland, home to over 13 million people. The service will operate an exclusive fleet of VinFast Nerio Green electric vehicles, offering smooth, quiet rides and zero emissions.

The fleet’s signature cyan color, blending green (symbolizing sustainability) and blue (representing innovation), embodies Green GSM’s vision of a modern lifestyle that respects and protects the planet.

With Green GSM, every ride goes beyond just getting from point A to B — it’s a conscious choice for a greener tomorrow. By choosing electric mobility, riders actively contribute to reducing carbon emissions, air pollution, and noise, all while enjoying a premium, future-ready transport solution.

The entire Green GSM fleet features the modern VinFast Nerio Green electric vehicles, offering smooth operation and eco-friendly performance.
The entire Green GSM fleet features the modern VinFast Nerio Green electric vehicles, offering smooth operation and eco-friendly performance.

Operating to international standards, Green GSM delivers a five-star experience powered by professionally trained drivers, rigorously educated in safe driving, etiquette, and customer care. Every vehicle is equipped with the Secure to Safe (S2S) monitoring system, anchored by three core pillars:

  • Secure – real-time monitoring to proactively manage risks;
  • Safe – ensuring peace of mind for every passenger, with special focus on women, children, and the elderly;
  • Smart – leveraging AI to enhance operational efficiency, safety, and transparency.

Fares are transparently calculated through in-car meters and clearly displayed on the Green GSM app. Pricing is highly competitive and offers greater value compared to conventional ride-hailing services, ensuring comfort, convenience, and affordability for every ride.

With the message “Hello Philippines: Move Forward the Green Way”, Green GSM aspires to become a new symbol of smart and sustainable urban living in the Philippines – where everyday travel choices help build cleaner cities and healthier communities.

Mr. Nguyễn Văn Thanh, Global CEO of GSM, shared: “The Philippines marks a strategic chapter in our Go Green Global journey. But more than expanding to a new market, our true goal is to ignite a real transformation – shifting from traditional mobility to an electric future that is cleaner, smarter, and more socially responsible.”

Commuters can start riding with Green GSM via the Green GSM mobile app, now available on App Store and Google Play; by calling the hotline 02-7777-8080; hailing a Green GSM taxi on the street; or catching a ride at designated public pick-up points throughout Metro Manila.

To celebrate its launch, Green GSM is offering an exclusive promotion: 500 Green Points (worth PHP 500) for users who register and take their first ride. Green Points can be applied as discounts on the first seven trips. This offer is valid from June 10 to August 31, 2025, encouraging Metro Manila residents to embrace a smarter, greener, more modern way to travel.

Founded in Vietnam in March 2023, GSM has emerged as a pioneer in sustainable transportation across Southeast Asia. Its expansion into the Philippines not only underscores the international capabilities of a Vietnamese enterprise, but also helps redefine transportation norms across the region with a new standard: Greener – Smarter – More Civilized.

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