Aquis Stock Exchange Weekly Highlights 12/05/25

Majestic Corporation Plc announced the successful completion of its Share Purchase Agreement to acquire the entire issued share capital of Telecycle Europe Limited, a UK-based recycling business, for a total consideration of £2m.

Joe Lee, Director and CFO, commented: “This transaction not only enhances Majestic's operational efficiency but also positions the Company for sustained future growth.” Read more

Cooks Coffee Company Limited announced that it has entered into a Master Franchise Agreement in India. The agreement has been signed with Sterling Coffee House Limited, a Special Purpose Vehicle, that will manage the venture.

Aiden Keegan, CEO, said: “We are thrilled to announce the signing of the Master Franchise Agreement for India, marking an important milestone in our international expansion strategy. India represents a dynamic and growing market.” Read more

The Smarter Web Company Plc announced the purchase of additional 4.85 Bitcoin as part of "The 10 Year Plan" increasing the Company’s total holding to 10.59 Bitcoin. Read more

The Smarter Web Company also announced the successful completion of a retail investor offer via the Winterflood Retail Access Platform and an Accelerated Bookbuild to institutional investors. The combination has raised approximately £2.2m through the issue of 14m new ordinary shares at a price of 16 pence per share.

Andrew Webley, CEO, said: “We are pleased to have secured this funding at the market price giving a strong vote of confidence in our vision and progress since listing on the Aquis Stock Exchange.” Read more

Valereum Plc announced it has raised £500,000 via a placing by Clear Capital Markets for a total of 12.5m new ordinary shares at an issue price of 4 pence per Placing Share. Read more

Newbury Racecourse plc announced its preliminary results for the twelve months ended 31 December 2024. The Company highlighted that Revenues increased by 16.3% to £22m (2023: £18.96m) and profit before tax rose to £1.1m (2023: £0.72m).

Dominic Burke, Chairman, commented: “I am delighted to announce a 16% revenue growth in the underlying business, demonstrating the success of several initiatives across many areas of the business. The 2024 financial year was the first full year of our new media rights agreement.” Read more