Dubai-Based Brands For Less Sells 35% Stake to TJX for $360M 💰

Marhaba folks! 🌟 In today’s edition we will cover,

• Dubai-Based Brands For Less Sells 35% Stake to TJX for $360M, Valuing the Group at $1.2 Billion 💰

• 🌍 KBW Ventures Invests in Egyptian Climate Tech Startup NoorNation 🌱

• ⚡️ Sustainable Mobility Startup E Daddy Raises $15M for Electric Motorcycle Launch 🚀

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Dubai-Based Brands For Less Sells 35% Stake to TJX for $360M, Valuing the Group at $1.2 Billion 💰

What is it about?

• Brands For Less (BFL) Group, a leading off-price retailer in fashion and homeware based in Dubai, has sold a 35% stake to The TJX Companies, Inc. for $360 million. This deal values BFL at $1.2 billion and marks a significant partnership between BFL and the global retail giant.

Why It Matters

• BFL is expanding its footprint internationally, and this partnership with TJX, the world’s largest off-price retailer (known for brands like TJ Maxx and Marshalls), is set to accelerate its growth beyond the GCC region.

• The deal highlights the increasing global recognition of Middle Eastern brands and underscores the potential of the region's retail sector on the international stage.

What’s Next?

• BFL will likely leverage TJX’s global expertise to expand its operations in new markets, enhancing its product offerings and scaling its business.

• The collaboration is expected to provide more opportunities for BFL’s employees, as the group implements its growth strategy with the backing of a major international player.

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🌍 KBW Ventures Invests in Egyptian Climate Tech Startup NoorNation 🌱

What is it About?

• KBW Ventures, led by Prince Khaled bin Alwaleed, has invested in NoorNation, an Egyptian climate tech startup. NoorNation, founded by Ragy Ramadan, focuses on providing decentralized energy and water infrastructure solutions for off-grid communities in Egypt and Sub-Saharan Africa.

• The startup's flagship product, LifeBox, is a mobile, solar-powered unit that offers clean energy and safe water, designed and manufactured in Egypt.

Why It Matters

• This investment underscores KBW Ventures' commitment to climate technology and sustainability, marking its first foray into the Egyptian startup ecosystem.

• NoorNation's solutions have significant social impact potential, particularly in rural and underserved areas, aligning with global sustainability goals.

• The startup’s recognition as the Best Green Tech Startup of the Year in Northern Africa by the Global Startup Awards 2024 highlights its innovative approach and potential for scalability.

What’s Next?

• With backing from KBW Ventures, NoorNation is poised to expand its reach, particularly in rural and off-grid communities, furthering its mission of providing sustainable energy and water solutions.

• The investment will likely accelerate the production and distribution of LifeBox, enabling NoorNation to enhance its impact in the agriculture, tourism, and community development sectors.

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⚡️ Sustainable Mobility Startup E Daddy Raises $15M for Electric Motorcycle Launch 🚀

What is it about?

• E Daddy, a Dubai-based startup focused on sustainable urban mobility, has secured a $15 million (around AED 55 million) investment.

• The company plans to launch its first fully electric motorcycle in Q1 2025, designed to emit zero tailpipe emissions and significantly reduce carbon emissions.

• E Daddy's production facilities are located in Dubai Industrial City and the National Industries Park.

Why It Matters

• This investment marks a significant step forward for the UAE’s electric vehicle sector, with E Daddy becoming the first company to manufacture vehicles end-to-end in Dubai.

• The company’s electric motorcycle is projected to save an estimated 0.6 million tonnes of carbon emissionsannually, contributing to the UAE's sustainability goals.

• E Daddy’s focus on battery technology and cooling systems addresses key challenges in the UAE’s harsh climate, ensuring reliable performance in temperatures up to 50°C.

What’s Next?

• E Daddy plans to expand its operations to GCC countries and Africa, using its UAE-based facilities as a launchpad for growth.

• The upcoming launch in 2025 will be closely watched as a potential game-changer in the region’s sustainable transportation landscape, with broader implications for eco-friendly urban mobility solutions.

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