Jefferies

We are pleased to welcome Julien Dumoulin-Smith who joins us to lead our Power, Utilities, & Clean Energy Equity Research group, based in Houston. Julien is a perennially #1 double ranked Institutional Investor magazine analyst in both Utilities & Alternative/Clean Energy and was recently inducted into the II Hall of Fame for his cumulative accomplishments. Julien aims to expand the scope of his New York & Houston based team to deliver the full breadth of coverage across the energy landscape, building off the firm’s commitment to wider transition in this sector. To be added to his research distribution list, click here: http://spklr.io/6045SJJb

We are pleased to be serving as Sole Financial Advisor to Airbus in its acquisition of Airbus-related activities from Spirit AeroSystems. With this agreement, Airbus aims to ensure stability of supply for its commercial aircraft programs through a more sustainable way forward, both operationally and financially, for the various Airbus work packages that Spirit AeroSystems is responsible for today. This deal exemplifies Jefferies' ability to advise on complex strategic carve-outs with the world’s leading companies. http://spklr.io/6043Sy2J

Jefferies is pleased to have served as exclusive financial advisor to Altimetrik, a pure-play digital business company, on its majority investment from TPG. Altimetrik is a leading pure play digital business company that pioneered a business-led, agile, product-oriented approach. The company’s industry-first, holistic digital business methodology serves as a proven blueprint to develop, scale, and launch new products to market faster, seamlessly integrating data/AI, technology, culture, and processes. The transaction highlights Jefferies global capabilities and track record advising market defining companies with first-of-its-kind solutions and capabilities.

Jefferies is pleased to have acted as Joint Global Coordinator on the DKK 7 billion ($1 billion USD) primary follow-on offering in Zealand Pharma, an $8 billion market cap global biotechnology company focused on obesity products. Zealand Pharma is a long-standing client of Jefferies. Jefferies raised c. $1.5 billion for Zealand via three transactions over the last 15 months, including a $214 million directed share issue in January 2024 and a $220 million primary follow-on offering in March 2023. The transaction represents the second largest primary ABB of a European issuer in 2024 and the third-largest European biotech transaction ever.

This July, we celebrate Disability Pride Month and honor the history, achievements, experiences, and struggles of the disability community. In particular, we commemorate the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a landmark legislation passed in July 1990 that broke down barriers to inclusion in society and business. Over 150 Jefferies employees recently enjoyed an open conversation with Leor Shapiro, Global Head of Capital Intelligence at Jefferies, and Chris Male, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Autism Impact Fund (AIF), a venture capital firm that helps build successful companies tackling autism and a range of neurodevelopmental conditions. Chris and Leor shared their personal experience of each raising an Autistic son in what was a very informative and impactful discussion that provided a broader understanding of Autism. The event was hosted by JEFAbilities, our employee resource group focused on fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for disabled and neurodiverse employees or those who are caregivers.

Many thanks to our employees who participated in this week’s park clean-up volunteer event at Battery Park in New York City in partnership with The Battery Conservancy! Jefferies volunteers helped with overall garden maintenance, including planting and weeding. Volunteers also learned about the history of The Battery Labyrinth, which commemorates the 9/11 attack on the World Trade Center. We’re delighted to have participated in moving forward The Battery Conservancy’s mission to design, build, maintain, and activate the historic Battery’s 25 acres of public parkland at the southern tip of Manhattan.

On this International LGBT Pride Day, we want to thank all our employees, clients, and partners, who came together throughout #Pride Month as a tribute to those who were involved in the Stonewall Riots and all other efforts to support the LGBTQ community. Special thanks to jMosaic , our employee resource group dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusion and building a fulfilling work environment for the LGBTQ community at Jefferies, for hosting special events across the globe all month! This included a rooftop networking event in NYC; an in-depth conversation between Rob Heyvaert, Founder and Managing Partner of Motive Partners, with Jefferies CEO Rich Handler; and a closing social in London. #JefferiesDEI

AI is driving Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) demand to unprecedented levels across a wide range of industries and applications, from big data analytics to machine learning. Soaring GPU demand is rippling across the global economy, but no area has been more affected than data centers. A new report led by Jefferies Utilities and Clean Energy team, with input from more than 20 Jefferies analysts around the world, explores the implications of this growth, the economic dynamics, and the strategic moves needed to sustain the sector’s expansion: http://spklr.io/6047qC9P

Jefferies was pleased to speak at the Israel Tech Innovation Day organized and hosted by the London Stock Exchange. The day brought together Israel based tech companies across cybersecurity, fintech, AI and sustainability and investors Aditi Venkatram, European Equity Capital Markets moderated a fireside chat on the intricacies and challenges of fundraising for Cybersecurity companies.

Jefferies is proud to have acted as lead M&A advisor to TDR Capital on its majority acquisition of Acqua & Sapone, the leading Italian retailer specializing in the home and personal care categories. The deal further consolidates Jefferies’ momentum in Italy and reflects the firm’s leadership in the European Retail sector. We wish TDR Capital, H.I.G. Capital, the Barbarossa Family and the Acqua & Sapone team a successful partnership. #JefferiesDifference