Yahoo Finance · 15 Sep, 12:28 · Finance briefing

Orion Announces Major US Retailer’s Additional Commitment for Estimated $10M-15M; Increases FY27 Revenue Outlook to $100M - $102M

Orion has secured a significant additional commitment from a major US retailer, valued between ten and fifteen million dollars.

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Orion has secured a significant additional commitment from a major US retailer, valued between ten and fifteen million dollars. Consequently, the company has raised its full-year revenue forecast for fiscal year twenty-seven to a range of one hundred to one hundred and two million dollars. This development underscores strong market confidence and substantial growth potential within the retail technology sector, highlighting Orion’s expanding commercial footprint and strategic partnerships in the United States.

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