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Quartix Technologies plc (LSE:QTX) has released estimated results for the first half of 2025, reporting significant year-over-year growth in revenue, EBITDA, and free cash flow. A key highlight was a 31% surge in Annualised Recurring Revenue (ARR), underpinned by strong customer acquisition and improved net revenue retention. This momentum reflects the expanding appeal of Quartix’s subscription-based telematics offerings.

In a move to streamline operations, the company has initiated a strategic reorganisation focused on merging its software teams and lowering overhead costs. This restructuring is expected to boost operational efficiency and position Quartix for sustained long-term growth. Confident in its outlook, the company plans to declare a higher interim dividend and remains on track to meet full-year market expectations.

About Quartix Technologies plc

Quartix is a leading provider of telematics and vehicle tracking solutions offered through a subscription model. Its cloud-based platform helps businesses improve fleet management, monitor driver behavior, and optimize operational performance. With a focus on reliability and scalability, Quartix serves a wide customer base across the UK, Europe, and the United States.

Cybersecurity specialist Intercede (LSE:IGP) has secured approximately $1.5 million in new contracts and renewals, extending its growth momentum into fiscal year 2026. The deals include key agreements with multiple U.S. Federal Government agencies and a major U.S.-based defense and aerospace firm, reinforcing Intercede’s position as a trusted cybersecurity provider in the American federal and defense sectors.

These wins align with the company’s strategy to expand its global sales pipeline and strengthen its market share in identity-focused cybersecurity solutions. Intercede’s continued contract momentum, combined with disciplined financial management and revenue growth, supports its positive market outlook, even as the stock trades at a fair valuation without a dividend.

About Intercede

Intercede is a UK-based cybersecurity firm specializing in digital identity and credential management. Its product suite includes solutions for secure registration, identity verification, password protection, FIDO authentication, PKI, and one-time passwords. The company also offers custom software development, professional services, and maintains the world’s largest password breach database. For over two decades, Intercede has served clients in critical industries such as government, aerospace, defense, healthcare, financial services, and telecoms—delivering robust protection for sensitive systems and data.

Pri0r1ty Intelligence Group PLC (LSE:PR1) has successfully completed its acquisition of Halfspace Limited, a specialist in sports data and marketing. The deal is set to accelerate Pri0r1ty’s expansion into the sports and entertainment sectors by enabling broader deployment of its AI technologies and unlocking new cross-selling opportunities. As part of the acquisition, Halfspace CEO Rory Maxwell has joined Pri0r1ty’s board as an executive director and has been appointed Chief Operating Officer.

The company has also applied for the admission of new shares to the London Stock Exchange, which will increase its total issued capital. This strategic acquisition and leadership expansion are expected to significantly enhance Pri0r1ty’s growth prospects and value for shareholders.

About Pri0r1ty Intelligence Group PLC

Pri0r1ty Intelligence Group is a London-listed AI-driven company focused on providing scalable, affordable business solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises. Its AI SaaS platform automates key functions such as social media engagement, investor communications, and corporate governance, helping SMEs streamline operations and grow more efficiently.

Baltic Classifieds Group PLC (LSE:BCG) has announced impressive financial results for the fiscal year ending April 2025, posting a 15% revenue increase to €82.8 million and a 17% rise in EBITDA to €64.4 million. The company reinforced its dominant position in the Baltic region’s classifieds market through effective pricing strategies and continued product innovation across its digital platforms. While the new vehicle tax in Estonia created headwinds for the auto segment, BCG’s recent acquisitions — including the integration of Untu.lt — enhanced its service offering and operational performance.

In addition to financial gains, the company achieved notable sustainability progress, cutting emissions by 30%, and expanded its team to 156 employees. Despite valuation concerns and technical signals of possible overbought conditions, strong profitability and investor confidence underline BCG’s solid growth trajectory.

About Baltic Classifieds Group PLC

Baltic Classifieds Group is a market-leading digital classifieds business operating across Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia. It serves a wide range of verticals, including automotive, real estate, recruitment, and general services, catering to both B2C and C2C users. Leveraging data insights and user-centric platforms, the company aims to foster transparency and efficiency in the Baltic digital economy.

United Oil & Gas Plc (LSE:UOG) has raised £800,000 through a successful placement of new ordinary shares. The capital will be used to advance the farm-out process for the company’s Walton-Morant exploration licence offshore Jamaica, as well as for general corporate purposes. The fundraising round was heavily oversubscribed, reflecting strong investor belief in the company’s assets and strategic direction. The Walton-Morant licence, which holds significant untapped potential in a favorable regulatory environment, remains a top priority for United as it looks to attract a development partner.

About United Oil & Gas Plc

United Oil & Gas is a London AIM-listed energy company with producing and development assets in the UK and a high-potential exploration project in Jamaica. Backed by a proven leadership team with expertise across the energy lifecycle, the company is focused on unlocking value across its diverse portfolio.

ATOME PLC (LSE:ATOM) has secured $50 million in concessional funding from the Green Climate Fund to support its Villeta Project in Paraguay. This financial boost, combined with additional funding sources, is expected to significantly reduce the project’s capital expenditure, making it more cost-effective and environmentally sustainable. The Villeta Project focuses on producing low-carbon fertilizers, aiming to transform South America’s fertilizer sector and enhance the region’s food supply resilience. The Green Climate Fund’s approval underscores the project’s alignment with international climate and sustainability goals and is anticipated to improve long-term shareholder value.

About ATOME PLC

ATOME PLC is an AIM-listed company specializing in the production of green fertilizers. With major operations in Paraguay and plans for expansion into Central America, the company is committed to reducing dependence on fossil fuel-based agricultural inputs. ATOME’s projects operate entirely on renewable energy, and the company is also building out a green energy infrastructure platform to support its sustainability ambitions across the region.

Rockfire Resources PLC (LSE:ROCK) has secured £2 million in fresh capital through a strategic investment and the issuance of 2 billion new ordinary shares. ACAM LP, a key investor, contributed significantly by acquiring 50% of the new shares. This funding will support the continued development of the company’s Molaoi project in Greece, with a focus on enhancing the existing zinc resource and initiating a maiden JORC-compliant estimate for germanium. These developments aim to strengthen Rockfire’s position in the global mining sector.

About Rockfire Resources PLC

Rockfire Resources is an exploration company focused on gold, base metals, and critical minerals. Its flagship asset is a high-grade zinc, lead, silver, and germanium deposit located in Greece. The company also holds a suite of gold, copper, and silver exploration projects in Queensland, Australia.

The S&P 500 closed at a new all-time high on Wednesday, lifted by a rebound in tech stocks and renewed optimism surrounding international trade agreements. These positive developments helped overshadow weaker-than-expected jobs data showing the first decline in private payrolls in over two years.

At the close (4:00 p.m. ET), the Dow Jones Industrial Average edged down 10 points, or 0.02%. The S&P 500 rose 0.5% to a record 6,226.63, while the tech-heavy NASDAQ Composite gained 0.9%.

Tech Recovery and Trade Momentum Drive Gains

Investor sentiment improved after President Donald Trump announced a new trade deal with Vietnam—the third agreement reached ahead of the July 9 deadline, when a pause on reciprocal tariffs is set to expire. The announcement follows recent progress on deals with China and Canada, and speculation that India may also reach an agreement in the coming days.

Trump stated he has no plans to extend the deadline and will begin formally notifying countries of the tariff rates they will face. According to a Financial Times report, the U.S. is now prioritizing smaller, phased trade agreements in an effort to secure quick victories before the deadline.

Private Sector Jobs Fall for First Time Since 2022

U.S. private payrolls declined by 33,000 in June, falling well short of expectations for a 99,000 increase. It marks the first monthly decline in private employment in over two years. May’s figures were also revised down to 29,000 from an initially reported 37,000—the lowest gain since March 2023.

ADP noted that job losses were concentrated in professional and business services, education, and healthcare. In contrast, modest gains were seen in hospitality, leisure, and manufacturing.

Despite a surprising increase in job openings reported Tuesday, overall hiring slowed, hinting at a potential cooling in the labor market. Investors are now focused on Thursday’s nonfarm payrolls report for further insight into employment trends.

At a central bank conference in Sintra, Portugal, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell reiterated his data-dependent approach to monetary policy. Analysts at Morgan Stanley suggested that further labor market weakness could prompt the Fed to consider interest rate cuts as early as July.

Senate Pushes Forward with Trump’s Economic Plan

In a narrow vote, the Senate passed President Trump’s sweeping fiscal package—referred to as the “One Big Beautiful Bill.” The legislation now moves to the House of Representatives, which aims to approve it by July 4.

The bill, a centerpiece of Trump’s economic agenda, includes extensions of the 2017 tax cuts, new tax relief provisions, and increased spending on defense and border security. However, some Republicans have raised concerns about its long-term impact on the national debt, with nonpartisan estimates projecting it could add over $3 trillion to the federal deficit.

Tesla Rebounds Despite Renewed Trump-Musk Tensions

Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) shares bounced back on Wednesday after sharp losses the previous day, following renewed criticism from Trump. The former president accused CEO Elon Musk of taking excessive advantage of federal subsidies and called for a review of Tesla’s government support.

Despite the tension, Tesla reported second-quarter deliveries of 384,122 vehicles—down from 443,956 a year earlier but better than some analysts had feared.

Meanwhile, Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) announced it would lay off up to 9,100 employees, or about 4% of its global workforce, in its largest workforce reduction since 2023. The company said the move is part of an ongoing restructuring strategy to adapt to changing business needs.

U.S. stock futures slipped early Wednesday as investors reacted to weaker-than-expected employment data and took a breather following a strong run in equities.

The dip came after payroll processor ADP reported an unexpected decline in private sector jobs for June, with employment falling by 33,000 positions. The May figure was also revised downward to a gain of 29,000. Economists had forecast a solid increase of 95,000 jobs for June, making the new data a notable miss.

“While we’re not seeing widespread layoffs, companies are clearly pulling back on hiring and not rushing to fill vacant roles,” said ADP Chief Economist Dr. Nela Richardson, pointing to a cooling labor market.

The jobs report added to market uncertainty, with futures for the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all trading slightly in the red during premarket hours.

Tuesday’s trading session ended on a mixed note. The Dow surged 400 points, climbing to 44,494.94 and notching its best close in over four months. However, the Nasdaq dropped 0.8% to 20,202.89 and the S&P 500 ticked down 0.1% to 6,198.01, snapping a string of record highs.

Traders are also watching developments on Capitol Hill. The Senate narrowly passed President Trump’s ambitious tax and spending legislation, with Vice President J.D. Vance casting the tie-breaking vote. The package now heads to the House, where it faces further scrutiny.

Economic data was mixed. The Institute for Supply Management reported a slight rise in manufacturing activity, with its PMI climbing to 49.0 in June from 48.5 in May — still in contraction territory. In contrast, the Labor Department surprised markets with a report showing job openings increased to 7.77 million in May, well above expectations.

Sector movements remained uneven. Homebuilder stocks led gains, pushing the Philadelphia Housing Sector Index up 3.3%. Oil services followed with a 2.9% rise. On the downside, software and natural gas stocks retreated, reflecting investor caution across tech and energy names.

Major European indices moved higher on Wednesday, buoyed by investor optimism over potential interest rate cuts by the U.S. Federal Reserve and renewed efforts to avoid a spike in transatlantic trade tensions ahead of a key tariff deadline.

Traders remained focused on the upcoming July 9 expiration of the 90-day pause on new U.S. tariffs, with EU trade representatives expected to visit Washington this week in a last-minute bid to secure a deal.

The STOXX 600, a broad measure of European equities, rose 0.3% to 541.97 after slipping slightly on Tuesday. Germany’s DAX advanced 0.5%, France’s CAC 40 gained 0.8%, and the U.K.’s FTSE 100 added 0.1%.

Corporate Highlights:

• Wizz Air Holdings (LSE:WIZZ) climbed 2.4% after the budget airline reported stronger passenger numbers for June.
• Topps Tiles (LSE:TPT) surged 7.3% following a solid trading update showing a 10% increase in quarterly sales.
• On the downside, Bytes Technology Group (LSE:BYIT) plunged 25% as the software company warned of weaker profits in the first half of the fiscal year.
• Greggs (LSE:GRG) also took a hit, dropping 14% after the U.K. bakery chain said full-year earnings would likely fall short of last year’s figures.